Introduction:
Indulge in the timeless American classic, the apple pie. Made from a delicate shortcrust pastry and filled with tangy, lemon-infused apples, this dessert is a true delight. Enhanced with aromatic cardamom and cinnamon, our apple pie recipe promises to satisfy your sweet cravings. So, let's dive into the details and learn how to create this mouthwatering treat.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 320g wheat flour (Type 405)
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar (approx. 30g)
- 1 pinch of salt
- 220g cold butter
- 2 tbsp cold water
- Some butter for greasing the mold
For the Filling:
- 1.20kg tart apples (e.g., Boskop, Braeburn)
- 1 organic lemon
- 100g brown sugar
- ½ tsp cardamom
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 30g breadcrumbs
- 1 egg (size M)
- Vanilla sauce (optional) for serving
Instructions:
1. Preparing the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture.
- Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the cold water while kneading the dough until it comes together.
- Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preparing the Filling:
- Peel, core, and thinly slice the tart apples.
- Grate the zest of the organic lemon and squeeze its juice.
- In a bowl, combine the apple slices, lemon zest, lemon juice, brown sugar, cardamom, and cinnamon. Mix well to coat the apples evenly.
3. Assembling the Apple Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a pie mold with butter.
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large circle, approximately 3mm thick.
- Carefully transfer the dough to the greased pie mold, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides evenly.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the bottom of the dough to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Pour the apple filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Fold any excess dough over the edges of the filling or create a lattice pattern on top.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the exposed dough for a golden finish.
4. Baking and Serving:
- Place the pie mold on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45-50 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the apple pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the apple pie warm, optionally accompanied by a luscious vanilla sauce.
Conclusion:
With its buttery shortcrust pastry, zesty lemon-infused apples, and aromatic spices, our apple pie is a true American classic that will leave you craving for more. Whether enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a velvety vanilla sauce, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. So, don't hesitate to try out our recipe and savor the irresistible delight of our lemony apple pie.
