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The Best Foolproof Stovetop Apple Pie Filling (Thickened with Cornstarch and Brown Sugar)

Close-up of thick, spiced apple pie filling slices glistening in a rich, brown sauce in a white bowl.
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Make this easy, quick stovetop apple pie filling from scratch. It features tender apple slices in a thick, sweet-spiced glaze using brown sugar, perfect for pies, crisps, or topping pancakes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in a medium saucepan. Whisk the dry ingredients together until no lumps remain.
  2. Add the water to the saucepan and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Add the sliced apples to the saucepan. Toss gently to coat the apples evenly with the sugar and spice mixture.
  4. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to bubble and thicken, about 8 to 10 minutes. The apples should start to become tender.
  5. Once the filling is thick and glossy, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the butter and lemon juice until the butter melts completely.
  6. Allow the apple pie filling to cool slightly before using it in your pie crust, tarts, or other desserts.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use a mix of tart and sweet apples. Granny Smith holds its shape well.
  • If you prefer a deeper color, substitute 1/4 cup of the white sugar with an additional 1/4 cup of brown sugar.
  • This filling works well as a topping for waffles, French toast, or vanilla ice cream.
  • For canning apple pie filling, follow standard water bath canning procedures after cooking, ensuring the jars are processed for the correct time.

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