Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.25 lb

butter

softened

0.5 cup

brown sugar

1 cup

flour

0.5 tsp

salt

3 tbsp

water

0.5 cup

pecans

chopped

1 unit

apples

sliced

1 tsp

cinnamon

1 cup

granulated sugar

Step 1
~8 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~8 min

Grease a 9-inch pie plate with butter.

Step 3
~8 min

Slice apples and layer them in the bottom of the pie plate.

Step 4
~8 min

Mix cinnamon and granulated sugar together.

Step 5
~8 min

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the apples.

Step 6
~8 min

In a separate bowl, stir together softened butter, brown sugar, flour, salt, water, and chopped pecans.

Step 7
~8 min

The mixture will be gooey.

Step 8
~8 min

Dip a knife in water and spread the pecan mixture evenly over the apples.

Step 9
~8 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until golden brown and the apples are tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

For a deeper flavor, add a dash of nutmeg to the apple mixture.

Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pie can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pairs well with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Cheddar cheese (traditional English pairing)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

England

Cultural Significance

A classic dessert, often served during holidays and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Autumn Harvest

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Comfort food
Autumn
Winter

Popularity Score

70/100

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