Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel Recipe

This legendary apple pie filling recipe, perfected by Penn State home cooks, is a game-changer! Say goodbye to messy prep work – this recipe makes a HUGE batch, saving you time and effort. Perfect for holiday baking or whenever you crave that warm, comforting taste of homemade apple pie. Get ready for the most delicious, perfectly thickened apple pie filling you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 936.2 kcal

Protein 3g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel

6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced Apples (about 2 lbs)
1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar
1/2 cup Clear Jel
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1 1/2 cups Water (or Unsweetened Apple Juice)
Unsweetened Apple Juice (Optional substitute for Water, 1 1/2 cups if used)
2 tablespoons Bottled Lemon Juice
1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon Salt

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How to Make Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel

In a large saucepan, combine the peeled, cored, and sliced apples with the lemon juice. Toss gently to coat.
Stir in the sugar, Clear Jel, and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples are tender and the filling has thickened significantly. The filling should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Remove from heat and stir in the cinnamon and nutmeg.
Cool completely before using in your favorite pie crust. The filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

881g

Fat

Carbs

81g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel?

Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel?

Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel has approximately 936.2 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 81 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel?

The key ingredients for Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel are Apples, Sugar, Clear Jel, Cinnamon, Water, Unsweetened Apple Juice. See the full list with measurements above.