Hold-The-Sugar Apple Pie

This Hold-The-Sugar Apple Pie offers a lighter take on the traditional autumn favorite. By using frozen apple juice concentrate instead of refined sugar, the dish highlights the natural sweetness of the fruit while maintaining a rich, comforting flavor profile. The apples are simmered with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until tender, then thickened into a glossy sauce. Served in a pre-baked pie shell and topped with optional flavored whipped cream and crushed nuts, it provides a satisfying balance of textures. It is an excellent choice for family dinners or potlucks, offering a homestyle taste without the heavy guilt of a standard dessert.

Cooking Method: Baking, Stewing

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 138.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Low-cal, Vegetarian

Description

This Hold-The-Sugar Apple Pie offers a lighter take on the traditional autumn favorite. By using frozen apple juice concentrate instead of refined sugar, the dish highlights the natural sweetness of the fruit while maintaining a rich, comforting flavor profile. The apples are simmered with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until tender, then thickened into a glossy sauce. Served in a pre-baked pie shell and topped with optional flavored whipped cream and crushed nuts, it provides a satisfying balance of textures. It is an excellent choice for family dinners or potlucks, offering a homestyle taste without the heavy guilt of a standard dessert.

Ingredients

12 ounce Frozen apple juice

Directions

1
Thaw the frozen apple juice concentrate.
2
In a small bowl, mix approximately 1/4 cup of the thawed concentrate with cornstarch, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg until smooth.
3
Peel, core, and thinly slice the baking apples.
4
Place the remaining apple juice concentrate and the sliced apples into a large skillet.
5
Simmer the apples gently over medium heat until they are just tender.
6
Stir the cornstarch mixture into the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens considerably.
7
Stir in the butter or margarine until melted and combined.
8
Pour the apple mixture into the baked pie shell.
9
Top with flavored whipped cream and crushed nuts if desired.
10
To make the flavored whipped cream, whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
11
Fold thawed frozen lemonade concentrate, crushed peanut brittle, and ground orange peel into the whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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.

Note

Use firm baking apples such as Pippin, Rome, or Granny Smith for best texture.

A tart pie shell may be substituted for the baked pie shell.

The flavored whipped cream is optional but adds a delightful citrus and crunch element.

Ensure the cornstarch mixture is smooth before adding it to the hot apples to prevent lumps.

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