Solar Cooked Apple Crostata

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Delicious Solar Cooked Apple Crostata recipe for dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

1-2 hours

Ready In

1-2 hours 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

280

Sugar

14g

Fat

12g

The Solar Cooked Apple Crostata is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the year. It's a no-fuss recipe that requires minimal preparation and is easy to cook in a solar oven. This dessert is perfect for someone who wants to cook something healthy but doesn't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. The apples in this recipe can be swapped with any other fruit of your choice to make it more personalized. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for a special treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat solar oven to 350°F (176°C).
2.	Line your baking dish with the thawed pie crust and cut any excess.
3.	Put apple pie filling over the pie crust and make sure to spread it out.
4.	In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
5.	Brush the egg mixture over the edges of the pie crust and sprinkle the granulated sugar on top.
6.	Place the baking dish in the preheated solar oven and cook for 1-2 hours or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
7.	Remove from solar oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This Solar Cooked Apple Crostata is a quick and simple recipe to make in your solar oven.

It requires only a few ingredients and cooks itself while you do something else.

It’s a delicious dessert that is perfect for a family dinner or potluck.

CONS

The recipe uses pre-made pie crust and apple pie filling, which may not be healthy for those with dietary restrictions.

It also requires a solar oven or access to one, which may not be accessible for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are loaded with antioxidants, dietary fiber, and vitamin C.
Studies have shown that eating apples can lead to lower risks of certain types of cancers, diabetes, and heart disease.
The ingredients used in this recipe are natural and plant-based, which is a healthier alternative to pre-packaged, processed foods.

	1 frozen pie crust , thawed
	1/2 - 3/4 cup apple pie filling , chopped
	1 egg
	2 teaspoons water
	1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar