How to Can Apple Pie Filling (A Fall Preserving Idea)

🍎 Canned Apple Pie Filling 🍎 Print Recipe: heartscontentf...
INGREDIENTS
16 cups apples cored, peeled and sliced (use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
4 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups brown sugar packed
1 cup Clear Jel cook-type for canning
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
5 cups water
2 cups apple juice or apple cider
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract optional, I prefer without
INSTRUCTIONS
Prep Canning Supplies. Heat jars in the oven at 200℉, or by using the dishwasher or placing in hot water. They don't need to be sterilized, but need to be hot so they don't crack. Wash rings and lids in soapy water and place in small. saucepan of simmering water. Fill canner 3/4 full. with water and place on high heat to bring to a boil. Keep everything hot until you're ready to fill them.
Prepare the Apples Wash, peel, core, and slice the apples into uniform pieces.
Make the Syrup. In a large saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Gradually stir in the water and apple juice (or cider) into the sugar and spice mixture. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.
Add Apples. Gently add the prepared apple slices to the boiling syrup. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the apples simmer for about 6-8 minutes until they become tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. Add vanilla if using.
Fill the Jars. Carefully ladle the hot apple pie filling into the prepared canning jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top. Use a non-metallic utensil to remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the sides of the jars. Seal the Jars Wipe the jar rims clean to ensure a proper seal. Place the lids and bands on the jars, tightening the bands until they are just fingertip-tight.
Process the Jars. Process the filled jars in a boiling water canner for 25 minutes (adjust processing time for altitude if necessary). Make sure the jars are fully submerged in water during the entire processing time. If you are processing pints, they need 25 minutes as well.
Cool and Store. Once the processing time is up, carefully remove the jars from the canner and place them on a clean kitchen towel. Allow the jars to cool completely. As they cool, you should hear a "pop" sound as the lids seal. Check that the lids are properly sealed before storing the jars in a cool, dark place. If any do not seal, place them in the fridge and use them within a few weeks.
NOTES
16 cups of apples is approximately 5.25 pounds or 16 medium apples
Hi there and welcome to my channel, Heart’s Content Farmhouse. I post one new country-style recipe every week with a step by step video.
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[@mallison6160]

Thank you 🙏
I just happen to have some apples left on my tree.
I love your tutorials .
Btw , you helped me learn to make soap❤

[@HeartsContentFarmhouse]

You are sweet! Made my day. Hope you are still enjoying your soap journey. ❤

[@alphastarcar]

You’ve made me hungry for apples, thanks for sharing great food ideas!

[@Suid-Afrika67]

This is a nice recipe, thank you. (the sound is a bit soft so I will find headphones and watch it again)

[@juliew7379]

What is clear gel? We don’t have that in England, as far as I know, unless it’s called something else?

[@vickiehutchens2145]

Just printed your recipe. What is the 5 1/2 Tablespoons of lemon juice for. Is that to make a bath for the sliced apples so they do not turn brown. I do not see it being added to the spice mix. Planning on making this. :-)

[@lynntippett9536]

So I printed your recipe and it calls for corn starch? You said, in the video not to use corn starch?