Apple Pie Filling
A bright, spiced apple pie filling that’s easy and festive, perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy desserts.
Ingredients
- 6 cups apples peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar substitute coconut sugar or light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey optional, for a deeper flavor
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder, for thickening
- 1/2 cup water or unsweetened apple juice juice adds more apple punch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon freshly ground if possible
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- pinch salt to balance sweetness
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed, prevents browning, brightens flavor
Instructions
- Combine sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, water (or apple juice) in a saucepan. Add apple slices and simmer until softened.
- Stir in lemon juice and maple syrup (or honey). Let cool slightly and adjust thickness if needed with cornstarch slurry.
- Transfer to a bowl, cover to avoid skin, chill if not serving warm. Reheat gently if needed.
Notes
Choose firm apples for better texture. Arrowroot can be a gluten-free substitute for cornstarch. Experiment with spices and sweeteners for variations.
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