Vegan Apple Pie Filling
User Reviews
3.5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
3 1/2 cups
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Calories
112 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Vegan Apple Pie Filling
Description
Vegan Apple Pie Filling uses a blend of cored, chopped apples and a puree made from soaked Medjool dates whirred with cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and water to create a naturally sweet and spiced base. The apple pieces are cut into small chunks around 1/4 inch thick, allowing the filling to maintain some texture. The date puree offers a syrupy consistency that coats the apples, binding the ingredients together without the need for added sugar. The flavors combine the earthiness of dates with warm spices and the fresh brightness from the apples. This filling can be used directly in a pie crust or as a topping for oatmeal and pancakes. Storing it in the fridge for up to two days keeps the texture and flavors fresh. Peeling the apples is optional and can reduce texture for those who prefer a smoother filling.
Ingredients
- 3 apple I used Honey Crisp + Granny Smith), cored and chopped into small chunks, medium
- 1 cup Medjool dates pitted
- 3/4-1 cup water plus additional water for soaking the dates
- 1 cinnamon ½ teaspoon
- 1 sea salt 1/2 teaspoon
- pinch nutmeg freshly grated
Instructions
- Soak dates: Soak the dates by placing in a small bowl with just enough water to cover them. Allow them to sit for about 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare apples: while the dates are soaking core and chop the apples into tiny chunks, about 1/4 inch thick. Place in a bowl and set aside.
- Make date puree: When the dates are finished soaking, drain and discard the water. Add the dates, fresh water (start with 3/4 cup), cinnamon, salt and nutmeg into a high powered blender and blend until smooth.
- Add more water to thin the date puree if needed. The consistency should be thick but pourable like syrup.
- Pour the date puree over the bowl of apples and stir to combine. At this point your apple pie filling is ready to enjoy! See ideas for how to use it above.
- For storing: keep apple pie filling in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.
Notes
- Peeling the apples results in a smoother filling texture but is optional.
- Keep filling refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 31/2 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 112 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/2 cup | |
| Calories | 112kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 171mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.5
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