Scotch Apple Pie

This Scotch Apple Pie offers a comforting twist on traditional apple desserts by incorporating soda crackers into the filling for a distinct texture and flavor profile. The apples are simmered with sugar, lemon juice, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice to create a rich, aromatic base. The addition of crushed soda crackers provides a subtle crunch and helps thicken the filling, while the crumbly butter topping adds a delightful contrast. It's a rustic, home-style dessert perfect for cozy autumn evenings or family gatherings. The balance of tart apples and sweet spices makes it an indulgent yet familiar treat that pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 380

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This Scotch Apple Pie offers a comforting twist on traditional apple desserts by incorporating soda crackers into the filling for a distinct texture and flavor profile. The apples are simmered with sugar, lemon juice, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice to create a rich, aromatic base. The addition of crushed soda crackers provides a subtle crunch and helps thicken the filling, while the crumbly butter topping adds a delightful contrast. It's a rustic, home-style dessert perfect for cozy autumn evenings or family gatherings. The balance of tart apples and sweet spices makes it an indulgent yet familiar treat that pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Ingredients

Sugar
Water
Cream of tartar
Nutmeg
Allspice
Cinnamon
Butter
Lemon juice
Soda crackers
Sugar (for topping)
Flour (for topping)
Allspice (for topping)
Nutmeg (for topping)
Melted butter (for topping)
Pie crust (regular)

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2
In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, cream of tartar, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, butter, and lemon juice.
3
Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
4
Crush the soda crackers into small pieces.
5
Add the crushed crackers to the boiling mixture and boil for one minute, stirring constantly.
6
Pour the hot filling into the prepared pie crust.
7
In a small bowl, mix together the topping ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 teaspoon allspice, and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg.
8
Add 1/4 cup melted butter to the dry topping mixture and blend with a fork until it reaches a crumbly consistency.
9
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the pie filling.
10
Bake at 425 degrees F (218°C) for 10 minutes.
11
Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
12
Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 6mg2%
Sodium 550mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 57g19%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 16g
Protein 6g12%

* 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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