Grandma's Autumn Apple Pie


Recipe summary
Grandma's Autumn Apple Pie from Paradise pies is structured into a clear recipe card with 16 ingredients and 7 step-by-step instructions. It includes eggs eggs, pinch salt, ¼ cup sugar and melted butter. Tags: baked, baking, citrus and dessert. ChefScribe turns the original cooking source into a recipe that is easier to follow, save and print.
Ingredients
- 3 eggs eggs
- 1 pinch salt (for the dough)
- ¼ cup sugar (for the dough)
- 5 tbsp melted butter (for the dough)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (for the dough)
- 2 tsp baking powder (for the dough)
- 3 units ripe apples (peeled and cubed)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (for the filling)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (for the filling)
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (for the filling)
- 2 tsp brandy or Calvados (optional for the filling)
- 3 egg whites egg whites (for the cream)
- 1 pinch salt (for the cream)
- ¾ cup powdered sugar (for the cream)
- 1 pinch citric acid (or a few drops lemon juice, for the cream)
- 1 ⅔ cups sour cream or unsweetened yogurt (for the cream)
Method
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and sugar until smooth. Add melted butter and mix well.
- 2
Peel and cube the apples. In a pan, caramelize them with brown sugar. Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of brandy. Cook until soft.
- 3
Sift flour with baking powder, add to the egg mixture, and stir until smooth. Spread dough into a baking dish (8×8 inch / 20×20 cm), forming small edges.
- 4
Spread caramelized apples over the dough.
- 5
Beat egg whites with salt until foamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and lemon juice. Then gently mix in sour cream or yogurt until creamy.
- 6
Spread the cream evenly over apples and sprinkle leftover dough on top. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 30 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- 7
Let it cool slightly. The pie will be soft, tender, and full of flavor.






