Hold-The-Sugar Apple Pie

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Servings: 8 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A naturally sweetened apple pie using concentrated apple juice for a rich, home-style flavor without added sugar.
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This delightful apple pie offers a guilt-free twist on the classic American dessert by utilizing frozen apple juice concentrate as the primary sweetener. The filling boasts a vibrant apple flavor, enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. The texture is perfectly balanced, with tender apple slices suspended in a thick, glossy sauce that coats every bite. It’s an ideal choice for health-conscious bakers or anyone looking to reduce sugar intake without sacrificing taste. Perfect for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy weekend treat, this pie delivers comforting nostalgia with a modern, wholesome approach. Serve it warm with a dollop of dairy-free whipped cream for an extra layer of indulgence.

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Hold-The-Sugar Apple Pie

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 servings Calories: 138.0
Dietary:
V Vegan

Description

This delightful apple pie offers a guilt-free twist on the classic American dessert by utilizing frozen apple juice concentrate as the primary sweetener. The filling boasts a vibrant apple flavor, enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. The texture is perfectly balanced, with tender apple slices suspended in a thick, glossy sauce that coats every bite. It's an ideal choice for health-conscious bakers or anyone looking to reduce sugar intake without sacrificing taste. Perfect for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy weekend treat, this pie delivers comforting nostalgia with a modern, wholesome approach. Serve it warm with a dollop of dairy-free whipped cream for an extra layer of indulgence.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch baked pie shell.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine thawed apple juice concentrate, cornstarch, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens significantly.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in butter or margarine until melted and incorporated.
  5. Add sliced apples to the thickened apple mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Pour the apple filling into the baked pie shell.
  7. In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream with thawed frozen lemonade concentrate and ground orange peel until stiff peaks form.
  8. Top the pie with the flavored whipped cream.
  9. Sprinkle crushed peanut brittle over the whipped cream just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 138.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 33.0g11%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 28.8g
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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