Dairy-Free Classic Apple Filling

Savor the timeless comfort of homemade goodness with this Dairy-Free Classic Apple Filling, a versatile recipe perfect for pies, crisps, tarts, or even as a warm topping for pancakes and oatmeal. Made with fresh, tart-sweet apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, this dairy-free filling is naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and spiced to perfection with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. The mixture is thickened with cornstarch for a silky texture while a splash of vanilla extract adds a hint of aromatic richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy apple filling caters to dairy-free diets without compromising flavor, making it a delightful addition to your favorite fall desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 medium apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup coconut sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, toss the apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix the coconut sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt together.

Step 4

Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the apples and toss well to coat all the slices evenly.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, combine the cornstarch and water, stirring until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.

Step 6

Add the apple mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the apples begin to release their juices, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and continue to cook, stirring often, for another 10-12 minutes or until the apples are tender but not mushy.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 9

Allow the apple filling to cool slightly before using it as a pie filling or storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1311.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1104.3

Total Fat 2.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 597.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.9g	0%
Total Sugars 233.4g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114.0mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1219.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.6%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 97.3%