Topless Apple Pie
Get ready to savor the rustic charm of a **Topless Apple Pie**, a delightful twist on the classic dessert that's as simple as it is irresistible. Featuring a perfectly buttery pie crust cradling a generous heap of tender, spiced apple slices, this pie skips the top crust to let the golden-brown filling truly shine. Made with fresh Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, a blend of granulated and brown sugars, a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of lemon juice for brightness, each bite is a warm, cozy celebration of fall flavors. The absence of a top crust allows the apples to caramelize beautifully in the oven, creating a rich, bubbling filling accented by buttery undertones. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed as-is at room temperature, this easy-to-prepare pie is a crowd-pleaser perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any occasion where comfort food reigns supreme. Keywords: topless apple pie recipe, easy apple pie, no crust apple pie, spiced apple dessert, Thanksgiving dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Premade pie crust
- 6 medium Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 piece Egg, beaten (optional, for crust wash)
- 1 tablespoon Coarse sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out the premade pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess crust hanging over the edges and crimp the edges for a decorative touch if desired.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into approximately 1/4-inch thick slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice to the apples. Toss together until the apple slices are evenly coated.
Transfer the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, arranging the slices slightly mounded in the center.
Dot the filling with small cubes of butter scattered across the apples.
If desired, brush the edge of the crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar for added texture and shine.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to let the filling set.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature, optionally pairing with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 99.8 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.5 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 247 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1766 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 445.1 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 270.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1447 mg | 31% | |
*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.
