Apple pie filling in a jar is a delicious and versatile homemade pantry staple that can be used to make a variety of desserts, including pies, tarts, and cobblers. This easy-to-follow recipe yields six half-pint jars of apple pie filling, each of which can be stored in the pantry for up to a year. The filling is made with fresh apples, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. It can be used to make traditional apple pie, as well as other desserts such as apple turnovers, apple crisp, and apple betty. With its classic flavor and endless possibilities, apple pie filling in a jar is a must-have for any home baker.
In this article, you'll find two recipes for apple pie filling in a jar: a classic recipe and a healthier version made with less sugar. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield delicious results. You'll also find tips for storing and using your homemade apple pie filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, you're sure to find this recipe helpful. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!
APPLE PIE (FILLING) IN A JAR
My children's school used this recipe as a fundraiser at Thanksgiving. It went over really well! The recipe is from a friend's 4H cookbook. I used it to make apple crisp. Easy and yummy! Can be doubled.
Provided by Elcowgirl
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 7 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar (IF THE APPLES ARE QUITE SWEET, USE ONLY THE 4 CUPS OF SUGAR), cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt with *5 cups* of water.
- Mix well over low heat until all is dissolved.
- Slowly add the remaining water.
- Cook stirring often until mixture is thick and bubbly.
- Add lemon juice.
- Peel and cut fresh apples into small wedges and fill quart jars.
- Pour prepared sugar mixture over the apples and seal.
- Boil 20 minutes in a hot water bath.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 779, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 346.1, Carbohydrate 202.1, Fiber 12.9, Sugar 166.5, Protein 1.4
MOM'S HOMEMADE APPLE PIE FILLING FOR CANNING
This delicious and convenient recipe makes approximately 7 quarts of homemade apple pie filling.
Provided by Shelby Law Ruttan
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add the water, sugar, cornstarch*, cinnamon, and nutmeg, to a large stock pot.
- Cook over medium high heat until sauce has thickened. Add the lemon juice.
- Fill the hot sterile jars with the freshly cut apple slices. Pour the hot sauce mixture into jars until 1" from the top.
- Cover with sealing lid and cap. Process in a hot water bath for 20 minutes
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 3 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 19 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
APPLE PIE IN A JAR DRINK
This tastes just like apple pie! Great in the autumn around a campfire or on a hay-ride. Put it in canning jars with rings and lids for that down-home country appeal.
Provided by Cathy Nelson Reinert
Categories Drinks Recipes Cider Recipes
Time 4h20m
Yield 80
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the apple cider, apple juice, cinnamon sticks, and sugar into a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat, and discard the cinnamon sticks. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then stir in the grain alcohol. Pour into quart-size canning jars, seal with the lids and rings, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 7.1 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
APPLE PIE IN A JAR
This is from the Rinn UMC cookbook from a dear lady my family knew well. She was a good scandinavian who loved to cook and feed people. I love this recipe and have a few jars in my pantry all the time. Great for last minute desserts!
Provided by CookbookCarrie
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 7 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and slice apples.
- Fill quart jars with apples leaving 1 inch head space.
- Be sure to pack the apples in there, put a few in and smosh down with the handle of a wooden spoon, then a few more and repeat.
- Make syrup by combining sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water.
- Cook until thick.
- Add lemon juice.
- Pour syrup over apples in jar, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
- Be sure to run your plastic spatula around the inside of the jar to get the air bubbles out.
- Place the lids on and screw the rings down just finger tight.
- Process 20 minutes in hot water bath.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 831, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 18.2, Carbohydrate 215.4, Fiber 12.6, Sugar 180.5, Protein 1.4
APPLE JAM (APPLE PIE IN A JAR)
This is apple jam - something you can't seem to buy - spiced to resemble the taste of most apple pies. Usually there is enough pectin in the apples to make it jell without adding anything. You can use 1 package of pectin (such as SureJel®), if desired.
Provided by Art Kautz
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 80
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine apples, white sugar, light brown sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice in a pot; bring to a rolling boil. Cook at a boil, stirring occasionally, until fruit is soft and jam gelling point (220 degrees F (104 degrees C) is reached, at least 45 minutes. Put a small amount of jam on a cold plate; freeze for several minutes. If the mixture is gelled, it is ready to process in a canner.
- Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.6 mg, Sugar 12.4 g
CANNED APPLE PIE FILLING
This recipe makes 7 quart jars of filling for apple pies. 2 quarts make a 9 inch pie. Need to have 7 one quart canning jars, with rings and lids.
Provided by rhonda
Categories Desserts Pies Apple Pie Recipes
Yield 56
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- in a large pan, mix sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add salt and water and mix well. Bring to a boil and cook until thick and bubbly. Remove from heat and add lemon juice and food coloring.
- Sterilize canning jars, lids and rings by boiling them in a large pot of water.
- Peel, core, and slice apples. Pack the sliced apples into hot canning jars, leaving a 1/2 inch headspace.
- Fill jars with hot syrup, and gently remove air bubbles with a knife.
- Put lids on and process in a water bath canner for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
- Peel and core the apples before slicing them. This will help to prevent the filling from becoming too thick.
- If you don't have time to peel and core the apples, you can use a food processor to quickly and easily do it for you.
- Be sure to add the lemon juice to the apples. This will help to prevent them from browning.
- Use a large pot to make the filling. This will give the apples plenty of room to cook.
- Bring the filling to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the apples are softened.
- Stir the filling occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Once the filling is done, remove it from the heat and let it cool completely before storing it in jars.
Conclusion:
Apple pie filling in a jar is a delicious and versatile way to enjoy apples. It can be used to make pies, tarts, cobblers, and crisps. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a snack or dessert. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make your own apple pie filling in a jar at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to enjoy apples, give this recipe a try.
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