Description
This Easy Apple Pie Filling is quick to make and packed with flavor, perfect for pies and desserts.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups sliced apples
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
- Toss the apples until well coated.
- Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the apple mixture and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the apples are slightly tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool before using in your favorite pie.
Notes
Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavor. For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg