Indulge in the rich flavors of this homemade maple vanilla apple pie filling. Made with fresh apples, a hint of maple syrup, and a touch of vanilla, this filling is sure to elevate your apple pie to the next level. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can easily whip up this mouthwatering filling for your next pie baking adventure. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 6-8 medium-sized apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, maple syrup, sugar, flour, lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Toss the mixture gently until the apples are well coated with the maple syrup and other ingredients.
- Let the apple mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer the apple filling into a prepared pie crust.
- Smooth out the filling evenly in the crust, making sure to fill any gaps.
- Place a second pie crust on top of the filling, or use a lattice design if desired.
- Trim and crimp the edges of the pie crust to seal the pie.
- Cut a few slits on top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips or spills.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
- Serve the maple vanilla apple pie filling with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
- Enjoy this delicious homemade treat with your family and friends!
