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Easy Homemade Apple Pie Filling

How to make THE BEST apple pie filling from scratch. 
Course Apple Pie Filling, Dessert, Homemade
Cuisine American
Keyword Apple Pie, Apple Pie Filling, Homemade
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Author Sarah Kozowski

Ingredients

  • 5 cups apples cored peeled, and chopped
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, combine water, juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.
  • Stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook for 2 minutes, constantly stirring.
  • Add the apples and bring to a boil again.
  • Drop the heat to medium low and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Keep refrigerated in a air-tight container up to 4-5 days.