11 Recipes Using Apple Pie Filling (2024)

11 Recipes Using Apple Pie Filling (1)

Here are RecipeLion we are big fans of making delicious recipes using ingredients you already have on hand. And a can of apple pie filling is a perfect example of a simple ingredient that can be transformed into many different amazing recipes!

These recipes using apple pie filling are all totally delicious and perfect for serving to your family. You'll find that a lot of the desserts use the classic caramel apple flavor, and you'll find several that might surprise you! For example, have you ever had apple pie ice cream? It sounds amazing, right? Well, just keep scrolling to get the recipe!

You will probably enjoy these tasty desserts mostly during the fall and winter, but we definitely think they are great for all seasons. After all, who doesn't have a can of apple pie filling hanging out in their pantry from last Thanksgiving pretty much all year long? This collection of recipes is a great excuse to actually use it up. We don't think that anyone will be complaining about enjoying a Caramel Apple Dump Cake recipe that calls for two sticks of butter (yes, two) in the middle of July.

So, enjoy this collection of recipes! And be sure to leave us a comment below if you try one of them or if you have a favorite way to use up canned apple pie filling that you'd like to share.

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Caramel Apple Dump Cake

From the RecipeLion Test Kitchen! Do fall desserts get any better than this? Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a super easy and completely delicious recipe using apple pie filling and cake mix. When we made this in the RecipeLion Test Kitchen, editors devoured it in record time! The light and fluffy yellow cake combines perfectly with the irresistible sweetness of the apple pie filling. And the caramel sauce makes each bite taste like heaven.

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Easy Apple Pie Dumplings

From the RecipeLion Test Kitchen! This 2-ingredient dessert (yes, you read that right!) is so easy to make, and yet it's so satisfying. All you need is apple pie filling and crescent roll dough in order to whip up a pan of apple dumplings that will have everyone running to the kitchen. Serve this amazing dessert with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, and you'll have an autumn dessert that you'll make season after season.

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Easy Fried Apple Pies

From the RecipeLion Test Kitchen! If you're a fan of McDonald's fried apple pies (who isn't?), then you've got to give this recipe a try. You can make your very own fried apple pies at home using apple pie filling and refrigerated pie dough! It's super easy, and you'll be able to enjoy these fried apple pies any time you like. There's something about the crisp, sugar-crusted dough of a freshly fried apple pie that is totally irresistable. Just be sure to let it cool before taking a bite so that you don't burn yourself!

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Apple Pie Crescent Roll Ups

From the RecipeLion Test Kitchen! This delicious apple pie filling dessert is made with crescent roll dough, so it's super easy to keep everything for this recipe on hand in your pantry and fridge! We love the flavors and texture in this recipe. Each bite of fluffy, crisp crescent roll is paired with the sugar-and-spice flavor of the apple pie filling. You can enjoy these roll ups as an afternoon snack with coffee or as a delicious dessert after dinner. No matter which route you take, we know you and your family will love them!

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Caramel Apple Golden Oreo No Bake Cake

This delicious no bake recipe is made with apple pie filling, cream cheese, and Golden Oreos. In other words, it's made with some amazing ingredients! You can't go wrong with this easy recipe, which is filled with delicious flavors and a dreamy texture. Each bite of this icebox cake will remind you that it's important to sit back, relax, and enjoy the good things in life.

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Chocolate Chip Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits

Check out this unique recipe using apple pie filling! This is such a creative idea. We love the idea of layering cinnamon-spiced apple pie filling with sweet, fluffy cream cheese and crumbly graham crackers. Plus the idea of adding chocolate chips on top is a stroke of genius! This delightful dessert is perfect for any season, which is good because we think you and your family will want to make it again and again.

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"Fit for the Gods" Caramel Apple Cake

This delicious apple cake is bursting with flavor. You will be surprised that you can make something so delicious from ingredients that you can find in your pantry! Coconut milk and homemade caramel sauce perfectly complement the flavor of the apple pie filling. Plus, this recipe is vegan! So it's a great dessert to serve so that you keep everyone's dietary needs in mind. You can also rest assured that everyone will be asking you for the recipe, because it tastes absolutely amazing.

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No Churn Apple Pie Ice Cream

What a genius use of apple pie filling! Apple pie and vanilla ice cream are great together, and so combining them into one dessert is such a great idea. This ice cream recipe is very easy to make, only requiring 4 ingredients. And you don't need an ice cream maker in order to make it! This is a perfect fall ice cream recipe, and we think everyone at your house is going to love it.

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Caramel Apple Crepes

This is one of those great recipes that could be dessert or breakfast. Your choice! We love how this recipe elevates a simple crepe recipe into an autumn apple pie extravaganza. Since the recipe uses apple pie filling, you don't have to worry about cooking the apples down beforehand. You're only a few minutes away from enjoying this amazing dessert or breakfast.

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3 Ingredient Apple Pie Cups

These delicious apple pie cups are the perfect bite-sized fall treat! They couldn't be any easier to make, which is great news because you are going to want to make them again and again. The simple combination of warm apple pie filling in a crispy baked shell is just irresistible! We think you and your family will love this quick and easy recipe.

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Apple Pie Dump Cake with Pecan Topping

From RecipeLion's 103 Cookbooks Series! We've got one more delicious recipe for apple dump cake, and this might be the fanciest of them all. This decadent recipe is brimming with ginger and spice flavor, and of course it gets a fall-inspired boost from apple pie filling! We also love that this cake is topped with chopped pecans and plenty of caramel sauce. It adds that extra layer of sweetness and crunch that will have you making this dessert season after season.

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11 Recipes Using Apple Pie Filling (2024)

FAQs

What desserts can be made from apple pie filling? ›

  • 1Apple crumble and custard croissants. ...
  • 2Apple and custard impossible pie. ...
  • 3Pie maker apple and custard doughnuts. ...
  • 4Apple and custard cake recipe. ...
  • 5Apple and cinnamon Biscoff slice. ...
  • 6Salted caramel apple crumble. ...
  • 7Apple and ricotta slice. ...
  • 8Cream cheese apple cake.

Can you eat just pie filling? ›

You can eat your homemade pie filling right out of the jar. If you'd like you don't even have to use it in pies. You could use it as an ice cream topper, on top of yogurt, oatmeal, or by itself. Enjoy it fresh out of the jar with a little bit of homemade, whipped cream on top.

Can you eat apple pie filling straight out of the can? ›

Yes, you can eat apple pie filling out of the can without prior cooking. It's precooked when canned, so it's safe to eat. What is this? This is useful for when you want to use apple pie filling for no bake recipes such as No Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake or No Bake Apple Pie Phyllo Cups.

Does canned apple pie filling need to be refrigerated? ›

Once the can is opened, the filling needs to be refrigerated and should be used within 7 to 10 days. For homemade apple pie filling, once it's prepared, it should be used immediately, or refrigerated and consumed within 4 days.

What is the best thickener for apple pie filling? ›

Very often flour or cornstarch is used, but in certain instances tapioca, arrowroot and potato starch can also help achieve the desired consistency. Tapioca starch is preferable for products that will be frozen because it will not break down when thawed.

What is used as a pie fillings as a dessert by itself and as a basis for many baked puddings? ›

Baked custard is used as a pie filling, as a dessert by itself, and as a basis for many baked puddings.

Why put butter in pie filling? ›

A: Dotting the top of a fruit pie filling with butter is an old habit but one that is called for in only about half of the pie recipes out there. Some maintain that the butter is for taste; others claim that it helps the filling set up, particularly when using flour as a thickener.

Is canned pie filling already cooked? ›

Making a pie with your home-canned filling

The pie filling is already cooked, so your focus should be on the crust. For a single-crust pie, place dough in pie plate. Blind-bake a homemade or premade crust (filling first with pie weights) at 425 degrees for 15 minutes.

Is sure jell and clear gel the same thing? ›

Aren't Sure Jell® and Clear Jel® the same? No, each commercially branded product serves a different purpose. Sure Jell® is a commercial brand that sells pectin. Pectin is another type of starch found in fruits and vegetables.

Why is my apple pie filling mushy? ›

Softer apples like Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, or Macintosh break down too much in the heat of the oven, basically turning into applesauce. So avoid those, and opt for a variety that's firm and crisp like Granny Smith, Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp. They'll turn velvety soft while still retaining their shape.

Can I eat apple pie after 7 days? ›

According to the USDA, fruit pies in an airtight container can stay unrefrigerated at room temperature for up to two days. When refrigerated, apple pie can remain for up to one week.

How long is canned pie filling good for after opening? ›

Once you open the canned filling, it should stay fresh for about 2 weeks if stored in the fridge in a closed container. If you freeze pie filling, it can extend its life for 6-8 months. Tightly seal the filling in a freezer-rated container or bag, ensuring to leave some space for expansion during freezing.

Does canned pie filling go bad? ›

While canned goods past their "best-by" date may not taste optimal, there's no real health risk in consuming canned goods as long as they remain in good condition. Here's why: The food in the container is commercially sterile and a vacuum seal prevents any new bacteria from getting in, so it will not spoil.

Does canned pie filling need to be baked? ›

If using already prepared cherry pie filling (canned) it doesn't need to be cooked. If making a pudding or cream (cheesecake-as long as there are no raw eggs in it) filling with cherry topping it doesn't need to be baked.

What is the difference between cobbler filling and pie filling? ›

pie. Cobbler is sometimes described as a kind of fruit pie, but strictly speaking, the two are different. Pies are made from pastry, rather than biscuit batter, and they are fully encased, with a crust at the top and the bottom, while cobblers typically only have a topping.

What is the difference between a cream pie filling and a custard pie filling? ›

The difference is how the filling comes together: a custard filling is usually baked, while a cream pie filling is not. But we're not here to be fastidious, so you'll spot a few custard pies in the collection below—we promise they'll satisfy just as well whenever a cream pie craving hits.

What is the best combination for apple pie? ›

The exact ratio is up to you. If you prioritize a more puckery pie, use mostly Granny Smiths and toss in a Honeycrisp and a Jonagold. If you like your apples to slump and soften, use mostly Golden Delicious with a Braeburn thrown in.

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