How to Make Apple Filling
Learning how to make apple filling is a game-changer for home bakers and dessert lovers. Made with just apples and some flavorings.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and diced – Granny Smith works well
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg optional
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup water Could use apple cider for a stronger apple flavor, divided
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes.4 medium apples
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 3 tbsp butter, 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- Add 2 tablespoons of water and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft but not mushy.1/4 cup water
- If you prefer a thicker filling, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Stir it into the apple mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the filling thickens.1 tbsp cornstarch
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the filling cool slightly before using in your recipe.2 tsp vanilla extract
Nutrition
Calories: 143Calories | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 181IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.2mg