Sunday’s Apple Pie

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 13

A classic American dessert perfect for Sunday brunch - Sunday's Apple Pie

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1h 20min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
	6 tart apples - peeled , cored and sliced
	1/2 cup white sugar
	2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
	2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
	3 tablespoons butter , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

425

Sugar

25g

Fat

19g

Sunday's Apple Pie is a classic American dessert that can be enjoyed any day of the week. This dessert is perfect for those who love the warm spices and juicy textures of an apple pie. Made with sweet-tart apples, buttery crust, and warm cinnamon seasoning, it is an absolute delight to the senses. Lovers of this pie often describe the taste as comforting and homey, with every bite bringing back memories of past family gatherings. Served hot or cold, on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream, there's no wrong way to enjoy this timeless sweet treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	Roll pastry dough onto a lightly floured surface and fit into a 9-inch pie dish.
3.	In a large bowl, mix sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, flour and 2 tablespoons of butter until well combined.
4.	Pour apple mixture into the prepared pastry dough dish.
5.	Dot the top of the apple mixture with the remaining tablespoon of butter.
6.	Cover with the top pastry crust, cutting off any excess and crimping the edges to seal the pie crust.
7.	Cut several small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
8.	Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and apples are cooked through. Cool before serving.

PROS

With its flaky crust, sweet cinnamon seasoning, and juicy apple filling, Sunday’s Apple Pie is a classic and beloved American dessert.

It’s perfect for serving at family gatherings and special occasions.

Its sweet aroma also makes it a great addition to brunch menus.

CONS

While delicious, apple pie is high in sugar and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

Eating too much of this dessert can lead to weight gain and other health issues.

Moreover, while apple pie is a great addition to brunch menus it doesn’t work well as a sweet item in a three-course menu

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. They’re known to promote gut health, boost immunity, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.
Furthermore, cinnamon has been linked to lowering blood sugar levels, reducing inflammation, and fighting bacterial and fungal infections.