Homemade apple pie filling is a delightful way to capture the essence of fall. It’s a versatile recipe that can be used not only for traditional pies but also for various other desserts and pastries. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 5 apples
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup apple juice or apple cider
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions:
- Start by coring, peeling, and slicing the apples. To prevent browning, you can place them in boiling water for 1 minute, then set them aside while keeping them hot.
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, water, apple juice (or cider), and lemon juice. Stir everything together.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat until it reaches the desired thickness. You want it to be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but not overly thick.
- While the filling is still hot, …
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