Nothing says fall quite like the smell of apple pie. If you walk into a house with that sweetly spiced aroma, you can’t help but feel welcome and happy. That’s why I whip up a batch of this stovetop apple pie filling when I want an easy fall treat. You can use it in so many ways or just eat it right out of a bowl with a spoon!
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What You’ll Need
The best part about this apple pie filling recipe is that you only need a few basic kitchen staples to make it!
- Sugar: You are going to want both white and brown sugar for the apple pie filling. Using a combination of the two gives a nice balance of flavor.
- Spices: My favorite spice to use in this recipe is apple pie spice blend, but you could also use a mix of whatever cinnamon-based fall spices you enjoy.
- Apples: Use a firm, cooking apple for this. I prefer to use Granny Smith because they hold their shape well when cooking and have a strong flavor.
- Cornstarch: The cornstarch will act as a thickener that helps to ‘set’ your apple pie filling.
- Apple Juice: While some recipes call for water, it’s much tastier to use apple juice for your cooking liquid. It intensifies the apple flavor.
What to Do
Not only does this recipe use only kitchen staples, it’s insanely easy to make. All you need is basic cooking skills and equipment.
- Chop: Chop your peeled apples into small pieces, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch in size.
- Simmer: Put your sugar, spices, and cornstarch into a pot and whisk them together. Add in your apple juice and bring it to a boil, then add the apples and continue to simmer until everything is cooked and thickened.
- Chill: Chill your apple pie filling overnight. You can keep it in the fridge for a few days.
How to Use Your Apple Pie Filling
While you can obviously use this for pies or mini pies, it’s great for a lot of other things, too.
- Yogurt: This filling makes a great mix-in for your favorite yogurt. Stir a few spoonfuls in for a lovely fall snack!
- Ice Cream: Dollop a little of this filling on top of your ice cream and your tastebuds will go wild!
- Cakes & Cupcakes: One of my favorite uses for this is as the filling for a cupcake. You could use vanilla cake or spice cake, then after the cupcakes have cooled, cut a little core out of the center. Fill that with your apple pie filling and top with your favorite frosting!
Welcome Fall with This Tasty Filling
This stove top apple pie filling recipe is as easy as it is delicious. It’s fall in one perfect little bite for you to love! Stir up a batch to wow your family and delight your tastebuds!
The Best Apple Pie Filling Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 tbsp vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp water
- 5 cups peeled and chopped apples
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp apple pie spice mix or your preferred spices
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups apple juice
Instructions
- Stir the vinegar and water together in a mixing bowl and toss the apple pieces with it.
- Combine the sugar, spices, salt, and cornstarch in a pot and whisk them together. Whisk in your apple juice and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- Add the apple pieces to the liquid and stir to combine well. Bring the filling back to a boil and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Put the filling in a bowl, cover, and refrigerate overnight (or up to 3-4 days).
