Indulge in the sweet and tangy goodness of crabapple or apple pie filling, perfect for creating delectable pastries and desserts. This versatile filling can be easily prepared at home and enjoyed fresh, frozen, or canned for later use. Discover two simple yet delicious recipes: a classic crabapple pie filling bursting with vibrant flavors and a delightful apple pie filling with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect filling every time. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these homemade treasures, ideal for filling pies, tarts, turnovers, and more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
APPLE PIE FILLING - CANNED OR YOU CAN FREEZE IT!
This is such a handy recipe to have during apple season! This filling is AMAZING! Just can a bunch of apple pie filling and those apple pies for Thanksgiving and Chrstmas will take you no time at all. Just make a crust and bake! It also works great for cobbler, or just heated up with some vanilla ice cream. Just a note: If you are baking an apple pie with this canned pie filling, bake it at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, reduce heat to 325 degrees and bake for another 40 minutes. The apples are already cooked.
Provided by Sarah in New York
Categories Low Protein
Time 50m
Yield 6 quarts, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Steralize 6 quart jars if canning by washing them with soap and water and putting them in the oven at 215 degrees for a minimun of 15 minutes. They can stay in the oven until you are ready to take them out.
- Peel, core and slice apples. (Leave slices about 1/2 inch thick).
- Combine sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch and salt in large pot.
- Add water and cook on high heat, stirring frequently at first and then constantly until it boils. Let it boil for about a minute, at this point it should be nice and thick.
- Stir in lemon juice and food coloring.
- Pack apples in hot jars and fill jars with sauce just to the bottom rung of the mouth of the jar. I use a wooden spoon to push the apples down. DO NOT FILL THEM ANY HIGHER! THEY WILL EXPLODE!
- Yes, it happened to me! :(.
- Process jars in hot water bath for 20 minutes or freeze however you want to.
CRABAPPLE PIE
Crabapples grow abundantly in Appalachia and in other parts of the South. It takes a lot of these small apples to make 6 cups, but for people who love tart apples, this tiny powerhouse of a fruit is unbeatable. Depending on where you live, the season starts in August and sometimes continues into early winter. Whenever crabapple season occurs in your area, make it a point to slip this unusual treat into your yearly pie rituals. To core the crabapples, slice off the blossom end with a paring knife and cut around the core in four cuts. This will leave a squarish core, which is much easier than trying to halve and core the crabapples. If you can't find crabapples, substitute tart apples, such as Granny Smith, and coat the diced apples with the vanilla, lemon juice, and water right away, instead of sprinkling them on after the pie is filled.
Yield makes one 9-inch pie
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a 9-inch pie plate with 1 rolled-out crust.
- Toss the crabapples with the sugar, flour, and salt. Spread the filling in the crust, then sprinkle with the vanilla, lemon juice, and water. Brush the rim of the crust with water, cover with the second rolled-out crust, seal and flute or crimp the edges, and cut a few steam vents in the top. Brush the top crust with the milk, then sprinkle with the sugar.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then lower the oven temperature to 375°F and bake another 40 to 45 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling. Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours before slicing. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.
LIZZY'S CRABAPPLE CRISP
This recipe is from Lizzy a fabulous cook in the Northern Canadian farming community who has the most amazing crab apple trees!
Provided by oilpatchjo
Categories Dessert
Time 1h34m
Yield 1 crisp, 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Slice the crab apples with skin on.
- Add sugar and cinnamon to crab apples set aside.
- Combine the 6 ingredients for crust use any depth pan you want it will just increase the cooking time.
- Put your crab apples into pan with your water use the 1/2 cup water if your pan is a deep dish. Then top with your crumb topping completely.
- Bake at 375 for 15 minutes then 350 for 40 minutes.
- If using a glass dish bake at 350 for 15 minutes then 325 40 - 50 minutes until golden and the edges are slightly crispy.
FREEZER APPLE PIE FILLING - OAMC
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
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.
APPLE PIE FILLING
My family is always delighted to see an oven-fresh pie cooling on the counter. What a convenience it is to have jars of homemade freezer apple pie filling on hand so I can treat them to pies year-round. -Laurie Mace, Los Osos, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 5-1/2 quarts (enough for about five 9-inch pies).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice; set aside. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Add water; bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add apples; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the apples are tender, about 6-8 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes. , Ladle into freezer containers, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Cool at room temperature no longer than 1-1/2 hours. Seal and freeze; store up to 12 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
ROSY APPLESAUCE
I always end up with lots of rhubarb each summer, but many of the recipes use a lot of sugar. This one lets the fruit sweeten up the rhubarb instead. I refrigerate the sauce overnight to help the flavors blend. -Amy Nelson, Weston, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine apples, rhubarb, strawberries, sugar and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 18-22 minutes or until fruit is tender, stirring occasionally., Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. If a smoother consistency is desired, cool slightly and, in batches, process in a blender. Serve warm or cold. Freeze option: Freeze cooled applesauce in freezer containers. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Serve cold or heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: For the best flavor and texture, use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn. These apples hold their shape well when cooked and have a good balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Peel and core the apples: To make the peeling and coring process easier, use a sharp knife and a corer. You can also use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin.
- Slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly and will also make the filling easier to spread in the pie crust.
- Add sugar and spices: The amount of sugar you add will depend on the sweetness of the apples. A good starting point is to use 1 cup of sugar for every 4 cups of apples. You can also add spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, to taste.
- Cook the apples until they are soft: This can be done on the stovetop or in the oven. If you are cooking the apples on the stovetop, bring them to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until they are soft. If you are cooking the apples in the oven, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the apples for 30-40 minutes, or until they are soft.
- Let the filling cool completely: Before you use the filling in a pie, let it cool completely. This will help to prevent the pie from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
With its vibrant color and delectable flavor, rosy crabapple or apple pie filling is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you freeze it for later use or can it for long-term storage, this versatile filling is a delicious addition to any kitchen. So next time you're looking for a sweet and tangy treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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