Frosted Big Apple Pie Recipe
Description
Make and share this delightful Frosted Big Apple Pie, perfect for gatherings, where tender tart apples meet a buttery crust, topped with a sweet icing that brings it all together.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 4 tablespoons | Granulated sugar |
| ½ teaspoon | Salt |
| ½ teaspoon | Baking powder |
| 1½ cups | Lard or shortening |
| 2 | Egg yolks |
| 4 tablespoons | Cold water |
| 5 cups | Tart apples, peeled and sliced |
| ¾ cup | Granulated sugar |
| ¾ cup | Brown sugar |
| 1 teaspoon | Ground cinnamon |
| ¼ teaspoon | Salt |
| ½ teaspoon | Ground nutmeg |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 317.4 |
| Total Fat | 13.6 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 27.9 mg |
| Sodium | 85 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 46.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugars | 23.5 g |
| Protein | 3.1 g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Pastry: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Using a pastry cutter, cut in the lard until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add Egg Yolk Mixture: In a separate measuring cup, beat the egg yolks lightly and mix in enough cold water to make a scant cupful. Gradually sprinkle this mixture over the flour mixture, tossing with a fork until the dough is moist enough to hold together.
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Roll Out the Dough: Divide the pastry in half. Roll out one half on a floured surface into a rectangle to fit a 15½ inch x 10½ inch x 1 inch jelly-roll pan. Carefully line the pan with this rolled-out pastry.
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Prepare the Apples: Drizzle lemon juice over the sliced apples to prevent browning. Layer half of the apple slices in the bottom of the pastry-lined pan.
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Combine Remaining Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the remaining granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Sprinkle half of this mixture over the apples in the pan.
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Layer the Apples: Spread the rest of the apple slices on top of the first layer, followed by the remaining sugar-spice mixture.
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Top with Pastry: Roll out the second half of the pastry and cover the pie filling. Seal and crimp the edges securely. Brush the top with milk and sprinkle with a little sugar. Cut vents in the top crust or prick it with a fork.
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Bake the Pie: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the pie in the hot oven for 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the apples are tender.
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Prepare the Frosting: Once cooled, mix confectioners’ sugar with a splash of milk to achieve a thin icing consistency. Drizzle this icing over the cooled pie.
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Serve: Cut the pie into squares to serve, and enjoy this delightful dessert with friends and family. This recipe yields approximately 24 servings, making it perfect for large gatherings.
Share the joy of baking with this Frosted Big Apple Pie, an ultimate treat that’s sure to impress at any occasion!
