Diabetic Apple Pie Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Diabetic Apple Pie, originally known as Iablochnyi Pirog from the International Menu Diabetic Cookbook. This Russian-inspired apple pie offers a delectable blend of fruity sweetness and warm spices, perfect for a cozy dessert indulgence. Each serving provides a balanced combination of bread, fruit, and healthy fats, making it suitable for those managing their diabetic diet.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 118.1 per serving
- Fat Content: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 59.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 24.3g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 10.2g
- Protein Content: 3.6g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 apples
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup apple juice concentrate
Recipe Yield:
1 pie, serves 8
Instructions:
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Prepare Dough:
- Sift flour and salt together in a large bowl.
- Stir in oil and water until well combined.
- Knead the dough 3-4 times until it becomes moist and elastic.
- Roll the dough into a ball, cover, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
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Roll out Dough:
- Place the chilled dough between two sheets of wax paper.
- Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Carefully transfer the dough into an 8″ pie plate.
- Trim the edges and press them with a fork to create a decorative border.
- Poke a few holes in the bottom of the pie crust using a fork.
- Brush the crust with 1 beaten egg white and bake for 5 minutes at 350°F.
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Prepare Apples:
- While the crust is baking, peel, core, and slice the apples.
- Place the sliced apples in a bowl of cold water mixed with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Drain and dry the apple slices before using them.
- In a separate bowl, mix the apple slices with half of the lemon zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander, and apple juice concentrate.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Once the pie crust is partially baked, remove it from the oven.
- Arrange the prepared apple mixture evenly into the pie shell.
- Place the pie in a preheated 350°F oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the apples are tender.
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Prepare Meringue:
- While the pie is baking, whip 2 egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest and cream of tartar to the whipped egg whites.
- Continue beating until the meringue is thick and glossy.
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Finish Baking:
- Once the pie is done baking, remove it from the oven.
- Pile the prepared meringue on top of the pie in decorative swirls.
- Sprinkle the remaining lemon zest over the meringue.
- Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Serve the diabetic apple pie warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the delicious flavors guilt-free!
This Diabetic Apple Pie offers a delightful combination of wholesome ingredients and flavors, making it a perfect dessert option for those managing their sugar intake. Enjoy the comforting taste of homemade apple pie without compromising on health or flavor!
