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Overhead view of homemade apple pie filling with tender diced apples coated in a glossy cinnamon sauce in a black bowl, surrounded by sliced apples on a rustic wood table.

Apple Pie Filling

Nesting Lane
Apple Pie Filling is a quick, WW Friendly dessert topping made on the stovetop in 22 minutes for pies, oatmeal, pancakes, and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

Medium Bowl
Large Nonstick Skillet
Measuring Spoons

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, add the apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Stir until the apples are evenly coated.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the apple mixture to the skillet. Cook for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples have softened slightly.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Stir in the apricot jam or jelly.
  • Serve warm or allow the filling to cool slightly.

Notes

2 WW Points
Serving Size: 3⅓ Tablespoons

Tips and Tricks

Cut the apples evenly - Keep the apple cubes close to the same size so they soften at the same rate.
Choose firm apples - Firm apple varieties hold their shape better and keep the filling from becoming mushy.
Adjust the texture - Cook the filling a little longer if you prefer softer apples. Keep in mind that the apples will continue to soften as they cool.

Storing and Reheating

Store in the refrigerator - Allow the filling to cool, then transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheat on the stovetop - Place the filling in a skillet over low heat. Stir occasionally until warmed through.
Reheat in the microwave - Place one serving in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short intervals, stirring between each one.

Nutrition

Serving: 3.75TBSPCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.05gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 112mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.2mg
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