Here is a simple and healthy low calorie apple pie filling recipe that is easy to make and tastes just like regular apple pie filling. This guilt-free version is low in saturated fat, has zero cholesterol and is high in dietary fiber. You definitely want to add this filling to your recipe box if you’re on a low calorie diet.
Apple pie is one of my all time favorite desserts, I just can’t seem to resist the urge to grab a slice! Since I started my weight loss journey though, I had to give it up but not anymore. After searching high and low, I found the perfect recipe but did some altering. You can also try my low calorie apple pie crust recipe.
Best Apples For Apple Pie
When choosing apples for your apple pie, you want to get the ones that are firm and have a balance of sweet and tartness. I usually use Granny Smith apples because they are lower in calories and are also all of the above. However, you can also use honey crisp or pink lady apples but they are slightly higher in calories and sugar.
Low Calorie Apple Pie Filling Recipe
Ingredients for 8 servings | Total time: 30 minutes
- 4 pounds of Granny smith apples (peeled, cored & diced)
- 2 tablespoons of stevia
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon (Ceylon)
- a pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons of lemon juice (fresh)
- 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest
How To Make Apple Pie Filling
Start by dicing the apples into very small cubes, in another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients, (cinnamon, cornstarch, stevia, and salt).
Next, combine the apples with the mixed dry ingredients, making sure to coat the apples well. Grab a large saucepan and set it over medium high heat and add in the coated apples along with the lemon juice and zest.
Stir the apple pie filling and as soon as you start to see steam coming up, lower the heat to medium. You must stir the filling every minute or two so that it doesn’t burn.
Let it cook until the apples are tender and the mixture thickens. This process should take around 15-20 minutes. Finally, let the apple pie filling cool slightly before using it.
Storage
To store your apple pie filling, transfer it into a plastic container with a lid and store it in the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months but I never let mine go past 1 month cause I find that the taste and texture changes when I do.
How To Use Frozen Apple Pie Filling
If your apple pie filling has been in the freezer for a long time, you will need to thaw it overnight in the fridge. The next day, you may find that there is extra liquid in the filling, slowly drain it or use a small spoon to scoop it out. Give it a quick stir, heat it up in the microwave or the stovetop before putting it in your crust.
Apple Pie Filling Nutrition
Each serving of this apple pie filling has | 75 calories | 0.4g total fat | 0.2g saturated fat | 0mg cholesterol | 26mg sodium | 18.8g total carbs | 3.3g dietary fiber | 12.3g total sugars | 0.6g protein | 10mg calcium | 1mg iron | 162mg potassium | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.
Variations
You can use apple pie spice in this recipe instead of cinnamon, you can also add raw honey, maple syrup, monk fruit, or brown sugar instead of stevia. Finally, you can make mini apple tarts with this filling instead of an apple pie but make sure to dice the apples extra small so that they fit.
Conclusion
If you try this low calorie apple pie filling, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below. I love hearing from my readers. You can also find me on Pinterest and Facebook for more healthy low calorie recipes.
