No Grief Paper Bag Apple Pie Recipe

Name: No Grief Paper Bag Apple Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells (check my recipes for Most Incredible No Fail Pie Crust); 1 large brown paper bag; Filling; 6 cups peeled coarsely sliced or chopped tart apples; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Topping; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup flour; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Servings: persons

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells (check my recipes for Most Incredible No Fail Pie Crust)
1 large brown paper bag
Filling
6 cups peeled coarsely sliced or chopped tart apples
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Topping
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Filling: Mix all ingredients in a large bowl and turn them into the unbaked pie shell.
3
Prepare Topping: Combine flour and sugar and cut in butter until you have pea sized crumbs.
4
Sprinkle topping evenly over the apples and pat down around the edges.
5
Carefully slide the pie into the brown bag and fold the end under the pie plate.
6
Place on a cookie sheet.
7
Bake for 50 minutes.
8
Remove from oven and then remove pie from when cool enough to handle.
9
No burnt crust, no under baked apples and no juices spilling over into your oven!

679

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells (check my recipes for Most Incredible No Fail Pie Crust), 1 large brown paper bag, Filling, 6 cups peeled coarsely sliced or chopped tart apples, and more.

Yes, No Grief Paper Bag 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!

No Grief Paper Bag Apple Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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