This Ultra Juicy Apple Pie is the perfect dessert for apple lovers who crave a pie that’s loaded with more fruit than crust. It’s packed with sweet, tender apples folded into a light and buttery dough, creating a pie that’s moist, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. The cinnamon-sugar topping and butter spread add a delicious finish, making every bite an absolute delight. Let’s get started on this super easy and delicious apple pie recipe that you’ll want to eat again and again!
Ingredients
- 150 g (⅔ cup) margarine or butter, softened
- 120 g (½ cup + 2 tbsp) sugar
- ½ package baking powder (about 7 g or 1½ tsp)
- 240 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) apples, peeled, cored, and cut into large pieces (e.g., eighths)
- 3 eggs
- Butter for spreading (about 30 g or 2 tbsp)
- Cinnamon or cinnamon-sugar mixture, for sprinkling
Nutritional Information (per serving, makes 12 servings)
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Calcium: 30 mg
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
a. Make the Batter:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened margarine or butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
b. Add Dry Ingredients:
Sift in the flour and baking powder, and mix until a smooth dough forms. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
2. Add the Apples
a. Prepare the Apples:
Peel, core, and cut the apples into large pieces, such as eighths, depending on the size of the apples. The large apple pieces ensure a juicy, fruit-heavy pie.
b. Fold the Apples into the Dough:
Gently fold the apple pieces into the dough, making sure the apples are evenly coated and distributed throughout the mixture. This step can be a bit challenging because of the high apple-to-dough ratio, but it’s what makes this pie so juicy and delicious.
3. Prepare the Pan
a. Grease the Pan:
Grease a springform pan (about 26 cm or 10 inches in diameter) with butter. This will help the pie release easily once baked.
b. Add the Mixture:
Pour the apple-dough mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to smooth it out as best as you can—it may not look perfect, but that’s part of the pie’s rustic charm!
4. Bake the Pie
a. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Place the springform pan on the bottom rack of the oven.
b. Bake:
Bake the pie for about 1 hour. After 45 minutes, check the pie. If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with a piece of baking paper for the remaining baking time to prevent over-browning.
5. Add the Finishing Touches
a. Butter and Cinnamon-Sugar:
After 45 minutes of baking, spread the top of the pie with plenty of butter (about 30 g or 2 tbsp), then sprinkle generously with cinnamon or a cinnamon-sugar mixture. This adds a delicious buttery and sweet crust to the top of the pie.
6. Serve the Pie
a. Cool and Slice:
Once the pie is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Run a knife around the edge to loosen it, then remove the springform ring.
b. Serve Warm:
Slice and serve the pie warm. It pairs wonderfully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
