Southern Ambrosia Apple Pie Recipe

Name: Southern Ambrosia Apple Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup apple juice; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 large egg; 2/3 cup evaporated milk; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed; Whole pecans, toasted, optional

Servings: persons

1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 large egg
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Whole pecans, toasted, optional

1
Line pastry shell with a double thickness of foil. Bake at 450u00b0 for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven; remove foil. Cool pastry shell.
2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, apple juice, butter, cornstarch and salt; bring to a boil. Stir in apples and lemon juice; cook and stir over low heat until apples are crisp-tender, 5-8 minutes. Pour into pastry shell.
3
In a small bowl, beat the egg, milk, sugar, coconut, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour over apple mixture. Bake at 350u00b0 for 40-45 minutes or until mixture is set. Cool on a wire rack.
4
For topping, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in pecans and vanilla. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over pie. Garnish with pecans if desired. Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup apple juice, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Southern Ambrosia 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.

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Southern Ambrosia Apple Pie

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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