Homemade Apple Pie Filling with Brown Sugar
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of warm apples and spices filling your kitchen, creating an atmosphere of comfort and nostalgia. This homemade apple pie filling with brown sugar recipe captures that essence beautifully, transforming fresh apples into a luscious filling perfect for pies, pancakes, or even as a delightful topping for waffles. The combination of tart Granny Smith apples and sweet brown sugar, enhanced by cinnamon and spices, results in a rich flavor profile that’s sure to evoke cherished memories. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday gathering or simply craving a taste of fall, this versatile apple filling will become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon apple pie spice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch + 2 teaspoons water
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, apple pie spice, water, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes until apples are tender but not mushy.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth; add to the apple mixture while stirring continuously until thickened (about 1–2 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (125g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg