Best 3 Freezer Pie Filling Recipes

Indulge in a delightful journey into the realm of homemade freezer pie fillings, where convenience meets culinary artistry. Discover a treasure trove of recipes that transform fresh, seasonal ingredients into delectable fillings, ready to be nestled within your favorite pie crusts. From classic apple and cherry to unique creations like tangy rhubarb and luscious blueberry, these recipes cater to every taste and occasion. Each filling is carefully crafted to retain its natural flavors and textures, ensuring that every bite is a symphony of taste. Embrace the art of preserving nature's bounty, and turn your freezer into a treasure chest of pie-making possibilities.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FREEZER APPLE PIE FILLING - OAMC

Freezer Apple Pie Filling - OAMC image

This is a wonderful apple pie filling that you make in the fall when apples are in abundance. During the winter months, just pull a package of pie filling from the freezer, defrost, and pour into your favorite pie crust. This makes enough filling for 4 pies.

Provided by KelBel

Categories Pie

Time 1h

Yield 4 pies, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

16 cups apples, peeled and thinly sliced
4 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cups white sugar
1 cup cornstarch
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups water

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice and set aside.
Pour water into a Dutch oven over medium heat. Combine sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Add to water, stir well, and bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add apples and return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until apples are tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes.
Ladle into 4 freezer containers or gallon freezer bags, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Cool at room temperature no longer than 1 1/2 hours.
Seal and freeze. Can be stored for up to 12 months.
You can also make pies right away.

FREEZER PEACH PIE FILLING

Freezer Peach Pie Filling image

Peach filling is prepared ahead of time and frozen inside a pie plate. When ready to bake, simply place it in a crust-filled pie plate of the same size, and bake.

Provided by Mary Hoggarth

Categories Desserts Fillings Fruit Fillings

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 ½ cups sliced peaches
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon MINUTE Tapioca
1 dash Dash of nutmeg

Steps:

Place sliced peaches in a bowl with sugar, cornstarch, tapioca, and nutmeg. Toss until evenly coated and sugar is mostly dissolved.
Transfer peaches to a 9 inch foil-lined pie plate. Cover with another piece of foil and freeze immediately to prevent peaches from discoloring. Once frozen solid, remove peaches from pie plate, with foil, and transfer to a zipper locked plastic bag for later use. When ready to use, line a pie plate with prepared crust and place frozen peaches on top.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Bake in the preheated oven on the bottom rack for 20 minutes. Lower heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking for another 30 to 35 minutes, or until completely warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 1.2 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

FREEZER PIE FILLING

Freezer Pie Filling image

Makes pie fillings from fresh fruit to freeze for later use. Double, triple or quadruple the recipe as needed. Try using peaches, pears, or cherries.

Provided by Judy Metcalf

Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes Cherry Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 cups cherries, pitted and halved
3 tablespoons tapioca
1 cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Line 8 inch pie plate with heavy foil or freezer wrap letting it extend 5 inches beyond rim. Add the 1 quart filling.
Loosely cover filling with the lining foil or paper. Freeze until firm. When firm, remove from pie plate and wrap tightly. Return frozen pie filling to freezer.
To prepare pie for baking: For each pie prepare a two crust pastry. Line 9 inch pie plate with pastry. Remove freezer wrap from frozen shaped pie filling. Place in pastry lined 9 inch pan. Dot with 1 tablespoon butter and, if desired, sprinkle with cinnamon. Adjust top crust and finish pie as usual. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 1 hour or until syrup boils with heavy bubbles that do not burst.
Note: With such fruits as peaches, pears or cherries, stir about 1/2 teaspoon ascorbic acid into sugar before combining with fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 72.8 mg, Sugar 35.4 g

Tips:

When freezing pie fillings, it's crucial to use airtight containers to prevent freezer burn and maintain the filling's quality.
For best results, freeze the pie fillings as soon as they are made to preserve their freshness and flavor.
When freezing fruit fillings, consider adding a bit of sugar or honey to help prevent the fruit from becoming too tart after freezing.
If freezing cream-based fillings, it's recommended to scald the mixture before freezing to prevent the cream from curdling.
Label and date the containers clearly to keep track of the filling's contents and freezing duration.
When thawing frozen pie fillings, place them in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for several hours, depending on the filling's quantity.

Conclusion:

Freezing pie fillings is a convenient and practical way to save time and effort in the kitchen. By following these tips and using the provided recipes, you can create a variety of delicious and versatile pie fillings that can be stored in the freezer for later use. Whether you prefer classic fruit fillings, creamy custard fillings, or savory fillings for pot pies, there's a recipe here to suit every taste. So, embrace the convenience of freezer-friendly pie fillings and enjoy homemade pies whenever the craving strikes!