Welcome the flavors of fall with this Shredded Apple Pie, an inventive take on the traditional apple pie. By shredding the apples, you’ll infuse every bite with intensified flavors and a wonderfully moist texture. This pie is not just a treat; it’s a celebration of the season’s best produce, enhanced with the warm, comforting notes of cinnamon and nutmeg.
A Delightfully Different Apple Pie Experience
Our Shredded Apple Pie is the perfect dessert for those who love the essence of apples in every forkful. The unique method of shredding apples allows the spices to meld beautifully throughout the pie, creating a consistent flavor that traditional chunky apple pies can’t match.
Pro Tips for Perfect Shredded Apple Pie
- Shredding the Apples: Use a box grater for best results, as it provides the ideal texture for the filling.
- Avoid Sogginess: The combination of flour and lemon juice in the filling helps to thicken the juices and prevent a soggy bottom.
- Crust Choices: Whether using homemade or store-bought, ensure your pie crust is chilled to help prevent shrinking during baking.
- Sealing and Venting: Crimp the edges of the pie tightly to seal in the filling and cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape, ensuring a crispy crust.
- Golden Finish: The egg wash will give your pie a beautiful golden sheen, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Shredded Apple Pie Recipe:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 50 minutes
- Serving: 8 servings
- Equipment: 9-inch pie dish, rolling pin, mixing bowl
This pie promises to be a standout at any gathering, bringing a touch of homemade charm to your dessert table.
Ingredients:
- 1 homemade or store-bought pie crust
- 5 cups apples, peeled, cored, and shredded
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon butter, diced
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)
Directions:
- Preheat and Prepare Pie Dish: Start by heating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and fitting your pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded apples, both sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Toss thoroughly to ensure the apples are well coated.
- Assemble Pie: Transfer the apple mixture to the pie crust. Dot the top with diced butter.
- Top Crust and Vent: Roll out your second piece of dough, place it over the filling, and seal the edges. Make several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake: Brush the top crust with the egg wash and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack before serving. Enhance your serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Savor Every Slice
Enjoy the aromatic allure and delicious taste of this Shredded Apple Pie, a perfect dessert that marries the classic appeal of apple pie with a fresh textural twist. It’s sure to be a new favorite at your fall celebrations, holiday dinners, or whenever you crave a slice of something sincerely special.
