Apple Pie à la Mode
Indulge in a slice of Apple Pie à la Mode, a timeless dessert that perfectly harmonizes a flaky crust with a warm, spiced apple filling topped off with creamy vanilla ice cream. This classic treat is ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy family dinners. The combination of sweet and tart apples, blended with cinnamon and sugar, creates an irresistible flavor that is sure to impress. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this pie will be a hit at your table. Plus, it’s easy to make, so even novice bakers can enjoy the satisfaction of creating this delicious dessert from scratch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g all-purpose flour
- 60 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 220 g unsalted butter cold (cut into cubes)
- 110 g water
- 1 kg apples (Pink Lady, Royal Gala or Fuji)
- 75 g unsalted butter
- 190 g brown sugar
- 1¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1¼ tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2½ tbsp water
- 5 tbsp almond flour (or other type of finely ground nuts or breadcrumbs)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- Vanilla Ice Cream or other flavour you prefer
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by mixing flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add water gradually until the dough forms.
- Roll out half of the dough and place it into a pie dish.
- Make the filling by cooking sliced apples in melted butter with brown sugar and spices until softened.
- Pour filling into the crust and cover with the second rolled-out dough. Seal edges well.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 80 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool slightly before serving with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg