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Quick Stovetop Apple Pie Filling Recipe

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Make this easy homemade apple pie filling on the stovetop in under 15 minutes. This recipe guarantees tender apples in a thick, perfectly spiced sauce, avoiding wateriness for your pies, crisps, or toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Place them in a large saucepan.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Pour the sugar mixture over the apples in the saucepan. Stir gently to coat the apples evenly.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble, about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring often, until the apples soften slightly and the sauce thickens to a gravy-like consistency, about 5 to 8 minutes. This step prevents wateriness.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter melts completely and is incorporated into the sauce.
  7. Let the apple pie filling cool for at least 20 minutes before using it in a pie crust or as a topping.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use a mix of tart and sweet apples. Granny Smith holds its shape well.
  • To freeze this freezer friendly apple pie filling, cool it completely, then store it in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
  • You can use this thick apple pie filling as a warm spice apple topping for pancakes or oatmeal.

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