This simple and homey dried apple pie filling recipe offers a glimpse into mid-20th-century kitchen traditions. Perfect for making use of preserved apples, the method emphasizes soaking, simmering, and enriching the dried fruit with sugar and butter. It’s an ideal way to capture the comforting flavor of old-fashioned apple pie any time of year, especially during fall and winter months when fresh fruit may be limited. Practical and delicious, this approach transforms humble pantry ingredients into a warmly spiced dessert centerpiece.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried apples
- water (enough to cover apples)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tbsp sugar (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
Step 1: Soak Apples
- Place dried apples in a saucepan.
- Cover with water.
- Let sit overnight.
Step 2: Simmer Filling
- The next morning, simmer apples in the soaking water until tender.
- Add sugar and cinnamon to taste.
- Stir in butter until melted.
Step 3: Use as Pie Filling
- Let cool slightly, then use as filling for a 9-inch double-crust pie.
- Bake according to your pie crust instructions.
Tips
- Use homemade dried apples for the most authentic flavor
- Simmer apples gently so they soften without breaking down
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth
- A small amount of lemon juice brightens the filling
- Butter added just before sealing the crust enhances richness
- Let the pie rest before slicing so the filling sets
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
- This pie freezes well after baking
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 5gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg
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