Save A cozy, comforting tart featuring tender baked apples with warm spices, all nestled in a golden, custard-like base no crust required Perfect for showcasing seasonal apples
I first served this pie on a crisp autumn evening and it quickly became a family favorite
Ingredients
- Apples: 4 large apples (about 700 g), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Filling: 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 1/3 cup (80 ml) whole milk, 1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, Pinch of salt
- Topping: 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 1/4 cup (25 g) sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) Grease a 9 inch (23 cm) pie dish or tart pan with butter
- Arrange Apples:
- Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and arrange them evenly in the prepared dish
- Mix Filling:
- In a mixing bowl whisk together eggs granulated sugar milk cream vanilla cinnamon nutmeg and salt until smooth
- Pour Custard:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the apples
- Add Topping:
- Drizzle melted butter over the top sprinkle with brown sugar and scatter sliced almonds if using
- Bake:
- Bake for 35 40 minutes or until the custard is set and lightly golden at the edges
- Cool:
- Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving Serve warm or at room temperature
Save My family always gathers around the table to enjoy this dessert during the holidays
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream Swap almonds for pecans or omit nuts for a nut free version Try a mix of apple varieties for deeper flavor
Required Tools
9 inch (23 cm) pie dish or tart pan Mixing bowls Whisk Knife and cutting board
Nutritional Information
Calories 210 Total Fat 9 g Carbohydrates 31 g Protein 4 g
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This rustic crustless apple pie is the perfect blend of comfort and simplicity ready to impress at your next gathering
Recipe FAQs
- → What apples work best for this dish?
Firm varieties like Granny Smith, Fuji, or Honeycrisp hold their shape well and provide balanced sweetness.
- → Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble in advance and refrigerate before baking. Reheat gently before serving.
- → Is it possible to make it nut-free?
Simply omit the sliced almonds from the topping for a nut-free option.
- → What alternatives can I use for heavy cream?
Whole milk works well, though it will create a slightly lighter texture compared to cream.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Serve chilled or warmed.