Should I cook apples before putting them in a pie?

Yes! In fact, precooking the apple pie filling is the secret to a perfect apple pie. You’ll get just the right amount of sweetness and your pie is less likely to become soggy. It also avoids the dreaded “gap” between the filling and the top crust that can happen when fresh apples cook down.

How do I thicken apple pie filling?

This is where a thickener, like flour, comes in. If your pie filling is too thin, consider whisking in additional flour. If you’re making this recipe gluten-free, use cornstarch instead. Cornstarch will thicken the filling more than flour will, however, so go sparingly.

Why did my apple pie come out runny?

This could be because your apples were overripe, your pie filling was too thin, or because the pie was too hot when you sliced it. Make sure that your filling is thickened enough, and give your pie enough time to set after baking.

Homemade Apple Pie Filling | Beyond Frosting

Apple Pie Filling Recipe

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Author: Julianne Dell
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 3 cups

Description

This Homemade Apple Pie Filling recipe is quick and easy, with only 6 ingredients! Made from sweet cinnamon apples caramelized right on the stovetop.

Ingredients

3 medium apples, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup
2 tablespoons (28g) light brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon (9g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
2 tablespoons (15ml) water

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Instructions

Peel and dice the apples into small pieces (about the size of a dime) and squeeze a lemon over top and stir to combine.
Combine the dry ingredients and then toss together with the apples until fully coated. Pour the maple syrup over top and gently stir.
Heat apples on the stove over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until soft. Stir occasionally. You want the apples to be soft. If the apples are sticking to the pan add 1-2 tablespoons of water to the saucepan as needed. Set aside and allow to cool, refrigerating if necessary.