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German Apple Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German

Description

This classic German Apple Pie combines a flaky, buttery crust with a spiced apple filling and a smooth custard topping. The result is a comforting dessert that offers tender, cinnamon-scented apples enveloped in creamy custard, perfect for cozy gatherings and seasonal celebrations.

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling

  • 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Custard

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  2. Roll out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Transfer the dough to the pan, trim excess edges, and refrigerate while preparing the filling to keep the dough firm.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pie.
  4. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, toss the thinly sliced apples with sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice until all slices are evenly coated. This mixture will add flavor and help thicken the filling.
  5. Prepare the Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and flour until the mixture is smooth and well combined. This custard will set on top of the apples during baking.
  6. Assemble the Pie: Arrange the apple filling evenly in the chilled pie crust. Pour the custard mixture carefully over the apples, making sure to fill all gaps and distribute it evenly.
  7. Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes. The pie is done when the custard is fully set and the crust turns a golden brown color.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Cooling helps the custard finish setting and makes the pie easier to cut. Serve and enjoy your delicious German Apple Pie!

Notes

  • Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of flavor and texture.
  • Ensure the butter is cold when making the crust to achieve a flaky texture.
  • Chilling the dough before baking helps prevent shrinking and keeps the crust crisp.
  • If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
  • This pie tastes great served warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/german-apple-pie-recipe-2/