Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

pie shell

unbaked

6 unit

apples

peeled and sliced

0.5 cup

sugar

2 tsp

lemon juice

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

0.25 cup

water

Step 1
~10 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~10 min

In a bowl, mix together sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and water.

Step 3
~10 min

Pour the mixture over the sliced apples.

Step 4
~10 min

Stir the apples to coat them evenly with the mixture.

Step 5
~10 min

Arrange the apples in the unbaked pie shell.

Step 6
~10 min

Bake for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, brush the pie shell with egg wash before baking.

Add a streusel topping for extra sweetness and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (cinnamon and apples)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Pair with a warm beverage like coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheddar cheese
Caramel sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Netherlands

Cultural Significance

A popular dessert served during holidays and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100