Description
This traditional German Apple Pie features a deep-dish crust filled with tart apples mixed with warm spices and topped with a creamy custard-like mixture. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors with a rich, velvety texture that is perfect for dessert or an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base
- 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust
Filling
- 6 cups thinly sliced tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
Custard Topping
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to ensure it reaches the proper baking temperature by the time you finish the preparation.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced apples with granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated with the spices and flour mixture to create a flavorful filling.
- Fill Pie Crust: Transfer the apple mixture into the unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust, mounding the apples slightly in the center to accommodate for shrinking during baking.
- Mix Cream and Vanilla: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and vanilla extract until well combined. This mixture will add a rich, custardy layer over the apple filling.
- Add Custard Topping: Pour the cream and vanilla mixture evenly over the apples in the crust, ensuring all parts of the filling are covered.
- Bake Pie: Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly, and the top is a golden brown. To prevent the crust edges from over-browning, cover them with foil if they darken too quickly.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours. This resting period helps the filling set properly for easier slicing and enhanced flavors.
Notes
- Best served slightly warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
- Pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to complement the creamy filling.
- Use a deep-dish pie plate to prevent the filling from overflowing during baking.
