Apple Pie Recipe With Cream Cheese Filling Twist - Apple Pie Diaries

Hey y'all, let's talk about something near and dear to our hearts – apple pie filling! There's nothing quite like the sweet, comforting taste of homemade apple pie, and the best part? You can preserve this goodness by canning it! So, roll up your sleeves, grab those ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

What You'll Need for That Perfect Apple Pie Filling

Here's what you're gonna need to whip up this delightful recipe:

• 6 to 8 cups of sliced, peeled apples (Granny Smith work great)
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• Your favorite pie crusts for baking

Let’s Get It Cooking!

Alright, here comes the fun part! Follow these simple steps to create your delicious apple pie filling:

1. Start by preparing your apples. Peel, core, and slice them into a large mixing bowl. You wanna have around 6 to 8 cups of sliced apples, depending on how much filling you want to make.
2. In another bowl, mix together the sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir it good until it’s well combined. This will give your apples that sweet, spiced flavor.
3. Pour the sugar mixture over the apples and add the lemon juice. Toss everything together until all the apple slices are coated evenly.
4. After that, let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the juices to start flowing. That’s when the magic begins!
5. Now it's time to pack your apple filling into sterilized canning jars. Remember to leave some headspace at the top. Once filled, place a small piece of butter on top of each filled jar for added richness.
6. Seal them up with your lids, and process them in a water bath canner for about 20 minutes. This step ensures your apple pie filling is preserved and tasting fresh whenever you’re ready to bake.

And just like that, you’ve got yourself some homemade apple pie filling ready to rock and roll! Use it in your favorite pie recipes, or even as a topping for pancakes and ice cream. Enjoy the sweetness of fall all year round!