Homemade Apple Pie Filling: A Classic Delight
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of homemade apple pie wafting through your kitchen, and the secret to achieving that perfect pie lies in the filling. This homemade apple pie filling is easy to prepare and can be stored for later use, ensuring that you have a delicious filling ready for your next baking adventure.
Why Homemade Apple Pie Filling?
Using fresh ingredients and your favorite varieties of apples allows you to customize the flavor and texture to your liking. Plus, making your own filling means no preservatives or artificial additives, just pure, wholesome goodness.
Recipe: Homemade Apple Pie Filling
Ingredients:
- 5 apples (choose a mix for best flavor, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup apple juice or apple cider
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice