Old Fashioned Cinnamon Candy Apple Pie
Transport your taste buds to a nostalgic autumn afternoon with this irresistible Old Fashioned Cinnamon Candy Apple Pie. Featuring a buttery, flaky homemade crust and a filling brimming with tender slices of tart Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, this pie is elevated by a unique twist: cinnamon candies that melt into the filling, creating a vibrant, caramelized spiced sweetness. Warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg blend harmoniously with the candy glaze, while a golden, sugared lattice crust provides the perfect finishing touch. Easy to make yet bursting with bold flavor, this dessert is a showstopper for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or any occasion that calls for classic comfort food with a playful twist. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate cozy treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 0.25 cup Ice water
- 6 medium Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.5 cup Cinnamon candy (such as Red Hots)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)
- 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork until the dough just comes together.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the cinnamon candy, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), cornstarch, and vanilla extract to the apples. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, letting the excess hang over the edges.
Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, piling it slightly in the center.
Roll out the second portion of dough into a 12-inch circle. Place it over the apples, trimming the excess crust to leave about a 1-inch overhang. Tuck the edges of the top crust under the bottom crust, and crimp to seal.
Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 204.0 g | 262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.8 g | 629% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 710 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 1317 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 641.5 g | 233% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.2 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 356.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.2 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1778 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
