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Delectable Caramel Apple Pie Filling: 3 Amazing Methods

Delicious homemade caramel apple pie filling recipe
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Get ready to elevate your baking with this Delectable Caramel Apple Pie Filling! It’s a symphony of sweet, spiced, and buttery flavors, where tender apples meld with a luscious, homemade caramel sauce. Forget boring pie filling – this recipe is easy to make and transforms any dessert into a cozy, unforgettable treat.

  • Author: Julia Hartman
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 6 cups (enough for one 9-inch pie)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • ¼ cup water

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

  • 5 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), peeled, cored, and sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

  2. Add granulated sugar and brown sugar. Stir constantly until the sugars dissolve completely.

  3. Pour in the water, and mix well to combine.

  4. Continue to stir for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and turns a deep golden brown color.

  5. Sprinkle in the cinnamon and salt. Stir to incorporate, then remove from the heat.

  6. Cook the Apples: In a separate large skillet, cook the sliced apples over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until they begin to soften slightly.

  7. Pour the prepared caramel sauce over the apples and stir gently to coat them evenly.

  8. Simmer the caramel apple pie filling mixture for 10-12 minutes, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape. Be careful not to overcook them.

  9. Cool and Use: Let the caramel apple pie filling cool completely before using it in a pie or other dessert.

Notes

  • Thickening: For a thicker filling, whisk 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Add this slurry to the apples during the last few minutes of cooking.

  • Apple Variety: Granny Smith apples provide a nice tartness, while Honeycrisp or Fuji offer more sweetness. You can also use a combination!

  • Storage: Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before using.

  • Vegan Option: Substitute plant-based butter for dairy butter.

  • Boozy Twist: Add 1-2 tablespoons of bourbon or rum to the caramel sauce during the last minute of cooking.

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