Apple Pie Filling
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Deliciously Simple Homemade Canned Apple Pie Filling
There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of homemade apple pie wafting through the kitchen. This is one of Granddad’s favorites, so we eat it often throughout the year!
We have several apple trees here on the farm both red and green varieties and in early fall they are loaded down with apples ripe for the picking.
If you have an apple orchard or even two trees you know that you can easily have an abundance of apples very quick come fall. This recipe let’s you preserve the harvest for months and makes having dessert in a flash so easy.
The convenience of homemade canned apple pie filling means you can enjoy this classic treat any time of the year! Get ready to savor the flavors of fall, even in the coldest months with this classic American favorite.
With this pie filling all you need is to whip up a quick pie crust, or you can use a ready-made one that you can keep in the freezer for a moment’s notice. The recipe calls for peeled, cored and sliced apples. We use one of this handy apple coring tools from like this but my friend has used the kitchen aid attachment when we prepare for apple butter day and it worked pretty well too.
Homemade canned apple pie filling is a wonderful way to enjoy the flavors of autumn all year round. Having it readily available in your pantry means you’re only moments away from creating delicious apple pies, cobblers, or turnovers. So grab some fresh apples, follow this easy recipe, and enjoy classic comfort whenever you desire!
Canned Apple Pie Filling
Equipment
- sterilized jars and canning tools
- water bath canner
Ingredients
- 8 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (preferably tart varieties like Granny Smith or Braeburn)
- 1,5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup bottled lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup cleargel You can also prepare and can without this and then thicken with cornstarch or cleargel before pouring filling into the pie shell
Instructions
- Start by peeling, coring, and slicing your apples into even pieces. This can be done manually or with the help of an apple slicer. Make sure to remove any bruised portions.
- In a large pot, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and water. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients. Cook over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes until the apples are tender.
- In a separate small bowl, combine cleargel with a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the pot while continuously stirring the apple mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the filling has thickened. Remove from heat.
- Follow safe canning instructions and process jars for 25 mins. Times will depend on altitude.
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