Mexican Apple Pie

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 14
Amazing Mexican Apple Pie Recipe Perfect for Dessert
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 flour tortillas
1/4 cup butter , melted and divided
4 cups granny smith apples , peeled and chopped
1 can sweetened condensed milk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon sugar
whipped topping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
415
Sugar
42g
Fat
15g
Mexican apple pie is a unique twist on traditional apple pie, as it uses flour tortillas instead of traditional pie crust. This recipe combines the flavors of tart granny smith apples with sweetened condensed milk and cinnamon to create a delicious and satisfying dessert perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
2.Brush one side of each tortilla with melted butter and place each tortilla, butter side down, into a 9 inch pie dish. Overlap the tortillas slightly.
3.In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar.
4.Pour the apple mixture into the tortilla-lined pie dish.
5.Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for another 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6.Let the pie cool completely before serving with whipped topping.

PROS

This apple pie recipe has a unique twist of using tortillas instead of traditional pie crust, making it a fun and creative dessert.

The recipe is also very easy to follow and requires simple ingredients.

CONS

This recipe is a bit heavy on sugar and condensed milk, making it a dessert that should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some may find the use of tortillas instead of traditional crust to be too different from what they expect from apple pie.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, apples are a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C.
The use of cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to potential health benefits such as aiding in reducing inflammation and promoting heart health.

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