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Impossible French Apple Pie

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This "Impossible" pie earns its name by baking the crust, filling, and topping all at once, eliminating the need for a separate pastry dough. Tart apples are layered with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, then covered in a smooth, custard-like batter made from eggs, milk, and sugar. As it bakes, the batter rises to form a soft, cake-like base while the apples soften into a jammy center. Finished with a buttery, crunchy streusel topping, this dessert offers the best of both worlds: the comforting fruitiness of a traditional apple pie and the tender richness of a cake. It is perfect for cozy autumn evenings, holiday gatherings, or whenever you crave a slice of homemade warmth without the hassle of rolling out dough.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 545.3
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This "Impossible" pie earns its name by baking the crust, filling, and topping all at once, eliminating the need for a separate pastry dough. Tart apples are layered with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, then covered in a smooth, custard-like batter made from eggs, milk, and sugar. As it bakes, the batter rises to form a soft, cake-like base while the apples soften into a jammy center. Finished with a buttery, crunchy streusel topping, this dessert offers the best of both worlds: the comforting fruitiness of a traditional apple pie and the tender richness of a cake. It is perfect for cozy autumn evenings, holiday gatherings, or whenever you crave a slice of homemade warmth without the hassle of rolling out dough.
Ingredients
  • 6 cup Apples; tart,sliced & pared
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon; ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg; ground
  • 3/4 cup Milk
  • 2 tablespoon Margarine or butter;softened
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Bisquick or baking mix
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 325F (165C).
  2. 2
    Grease a 10-inch pie plate or deep-dish pie pan.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg; toss to coat evenly.
  4. 4
    Spread the spiced apples evenly into the bottom of the prepared pie plate.
  5. 5
    In a separate bowl or blender, combine the eggs, milk, sugar, softened butter, and 1/2 cup of Bisquick or baking mix.
  6. 6
    Beat the mixture until smooth, about 1 minute with a hand beater or 15 seconds in a blender.
  7. 7
    Pour the liquid batter evenly over the apples in the pie plate.
  8. 8
    In a small bowl, combine 1 cup Bisquick or baking mix, 1/2 cup chopped nuts, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, and 3 tablespoons firm margarine or butter.
  9. 9
    Mix the streusel ingredients until crumbly.
  10. 10
    Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter and apples.
  11. 11
    Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. 12
    Allow the pie to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 545.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.2g15%
Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
Cholesterol 94.2mg32%
Sodium 4330.3mg181%
Total Carbohydrate 122.5g41%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g38%
Sugars 98.6g
Protein 6.0g12%

* 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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