Apple Pie - Prickly Pear's Autumn Apple Pie Recipe

Name: Apple Pie - Prickly Pear's Autumn Apple Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (225 ml) sugar; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) nutmeg; 1/8 tsp (1 ml) mace; 1 tbsp (15 ml) super rich butter powder (buy from Baker's Catalog/optional); 1/2 cup (125 ml) flour; 2/3 cup (150 ml) grated cheddar cheese (or a combination of Cheddar/Jack cheeses); 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped walnuts (optional); 2 tbsp (30 ml) brandy; 3 tbsp (45 ml) to 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter; 6 apples, peeled and sliced (I prefer Jonagold apples); Dough for 2-crust pie; milk, for brushing pie top; cinnamon, as desired; sugar, as desired

Servings: persons

1 cup (225 ml) sugar
1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon
1/4 tsp (1 ml) nutmeg
1/8 tsp (1 ml) mace
1 tbsp (15 ml) super rich butter powder (buy from Baker's Catalog/optional)
1/2 cup (125 ml) flour
2/3 cup (150 ml) grated cheddar cheese (or a combination of Cheddar/Jack cheeses)
1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped walnuts (optional)
2 tbsp (30 ml) brandy
3 tbsp (45 ml) to 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter
6 apples, peeled and sliced (I prefer Jonagold apples)
Dough for 2-crust pie
milk, for brushing pie top
cinnamon, as desired
sugar, as desired

1
Line pie pan with one crust.
2
Preheat oven to 375 degrees (200 C.).
3
Mix sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, mace, flour, cheese(s), butter powder and chopped walnuts, if used, well; set aside.
4
Toss peeled and sliced apples in the above mixture.
5
Drizzle 2 tbsp (30 ml) brandy over all and toss lightly once again.
6
Arrange in bottom crust.
7
Dot with 3 tbsp (45 ml) to 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter cut into small bits.
8
Place on top crust, cut holes to vent.
9
Brush top with milk, and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon/sugar mixture.
10
Bake for 30 minutes.
11
Cover loosely with foil (to prevent over-browning of top).
12
Bake an additional 30 minutes or until apples are tender.
13
Cool on rack.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (225 ml) sugar, 1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon, 1/4 tsp (1 ml) nutmeg, 1/8 tsp (1 ml) mace, and more.

Yes, Apple Pie - Prickly Pear's Autumn Apple Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Pie - Prickly Pear's Autumn Apple Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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