Frosted Apple Pie

This Frosted Apple Pie offers a delightful twist on a traditional favorite, combining warm, spiced apple filling with a cool, creamy vanilla frosting. The base features tender, thinly sliced tart apples simmered with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of flour to create a thick, comforting filling. Once cooled, the pie is topped with a light, fluffy frosting that contrasts beautifully with the warm fruit. It is an ideal dessert for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or cozy weekends at home. Simple ingredients come together to create a nostalgic treat that balances sweet and tart flavors perfectly.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 263.5

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This Frosted Apple Pie offers a delightful twist on a traditional favorite, combining warm, spiced apple filling with a cool, creamy vanilla frosting. The base features tender, thinly sliced tart apples simmered with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of flour to create a thick, comforting filling. Once cooled, the pie is topped with a light, fluffy frosting that contrasts beautifully with the warm fruit. It is an ideal dessert for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or cozy weekends at home. Simple ingredients come together to create a nostalgic treat that balances sweet and tart flavors perfectly.

Ingredients

1 cup Granulated sugar
2 tablespoon Flour
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon Salt
7 cup Thinly sliced, pared tart apples
2.5 lbs Apples
2 tablespoon Lemon juice
2 tablespoon Butter or regular margarine
1 yolk Egg yolk, slightly beaten

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375&# 194;Â°F (190ÃÂ°C).
2
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.
3
In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
4
In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
5
Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the apples and toss gently to coat evenly.
6
Place the apple mixture into a pie crust-lined 9-inch pie dish.
7
Dot the top of the apples with butter or margarine.
8
Cover with a top crust or lattice, sealing edges and cutting vents for steam.
9
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg yolk for a golden finish.
10
Bake for 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
11
Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 263.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1219.7mg51%
Total Carbohydrate 66.8g23%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
Sugars 60.1g
Protein 0.8g2%

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

Note

Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor balance.

Ensure the pie is completely cool before applying frosting to prevent melting.

For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and omit the egg wash, or use a flax egg.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: apple, apples, cinnamon, dessert, frosting, frosted, pie, spiced, sweet, tart, vanilla, warm, creamy, classic, homestyle, fruit, baking, autumn, comfort food

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