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
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel

  • 6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (about 6 medium)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Clear Jel
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Water
  • Unsweetened Apple Juice
  • Bottled Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

How to Make Apple Pie Filling With Clear Jel

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the peeled, cored, and sliced apples with the lemon juice. Toss gently to coat.
  2. Stir in the sugar, Clear Jel, and salt.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  4. 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.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the cinnamon and nutmeg.
  6. 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.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

881g

Fat

1g

Carbs

81g