German Apple Pie
If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that embodies comfort and warmth, this German Apple Pie is a delightful choice. This creamy pie showcases fresh tart apples enveloped in a rich custard, spiced with cinnamon and cloves—perfectly balancing sweetness and acidity. With its easy preparation, this pie is ideal for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive celebrations. The combination of flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds, making it a beloved addition to your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 prepared pie crust
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 lbs tart green apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
- 1 cup sugar + 2 tbsp, divided
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Roll out the pie crust into a glass pie plate and chill.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice.
- In another bowl, mix sugar, flour, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; combine with the apples.
- Fill the chilled crust with the apple mixture and pour heavy cream mixed with vanilla on top.
- Sprinkle remaining sugar over the filling.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 450°F, then reduce temperature to 350°F (176°C) and bake for an additional hour until set.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least six hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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