Stovetop Apple Pie Filling
Sliced apples simmered in a skillet with brown sugar and warm spices until tender in a thick, glossy sauce.
Equipment
- medium non stick skillet
- skillet lid
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 lb apples peeled, cored and sliced (about 1300 g)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract added at the end
Instructions
Cooking
- Slice. Peel, core and slice the apples and toss with the lemon juice.
- Combine. Add the apples, sugars, cornstarch, spices and salt to a skillet over medium low heat and stir gently.
- Cook. Cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every 3 to 5 minutes, until fork tender.
- Adjust. If the apples stick, stir in 1 tablespoon of water.
- Finish. Off the heat, stir in the vanilla and cool slightly before using.
Notes
Substitutions: Use any mix of sweet and tart apples. Pears or berries make good variations.
Tips: Keep the heat at medium low, stir gently and cool before using in a pie.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.