Description
This classic Apple Pie recipe features a flaky, buttery crust paired with a rich, luscious filling made from fresh apples and a natural gelling agent for the perfect texture. Ideal for any occasion, it delivers comforting warmth and delightful flavors with every bite.
Ingredients
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Pie Dough
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold plant-based butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
Apple Filling
- 6 cups fresh apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (mix of tart and sweet)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Dough: Combine all-purpose flour with cold plant-based butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add cold water and mix just until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes to make rolling easier and ensure a flaky crust.
- Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and thinly slice your fresh apples. Toss them in a bowl with granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, a splash of lemon juice, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Stir in your natural gelling agent evenly to ensure the filling sets perfectly when baked.
- Roll and Assemble the Pie: On a lightly floured surface, roll out half the dough into a circle large enough to cover your pie pan. Transfer carefully and add the apple filling. Roll out the remaining dough to form the top crust. Crimp or flute the edges to seal, then cut small vents in the top to release steam during baking.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
Notes
- Use a mix of apples: Combining tart and sweet apples balances flavor and texture beautifully.
- Keep ingredients cold: Chilling your butter and water when making dough helps create a flaky crust.
- Don’t overwork the dough: Handle the pastry gently to avoid developing gluten, which makes the crust tough.
- Add natural gelling agent carefully: Distribute evenly to ensure the filling sets without lumps or clumps.
- Vent the pie top: Cutting slits or decorative patterns allows steam to escape and prevents soggy crusts.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple pie, plant-based dessert, flaky crust, fresh apples, natural gelling agent, vegetarian dessert
