Southwestern Spice Apple Delight: Pink Adobe Pie Recipe

Pink Adobe Apple Pie 🥧

Overview:

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes
Servings: 1 pie
Calories: 6732.1
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review Count: 3

Description:

This Pink Adobe Apple Pie is a homage to a beloved dessert from a renowned Santa Fe restaurant. While the recipe may seem extensive, fear not! It includes instructions for crafting a 9-inch double crust pie with an optional but decadent sauce. For those short on time, premade crusts work wonderfully, and skipping the sauce won’t detract from the pie’s delightful flavors. Originating from the culinary landscapes of West Texas and New Mexico, this pie embodies the essence of Southwestern cuisine with its harmonious blend of apples, spices, nuts, and raisins. It’s a surefire hit for any occasion, from casual weeknights to festive holiday gatherings. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 6-7 cooking apples
• 5-7 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 dashes of nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup pecans
• 1/4 cup walnuts
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon brandy or rum (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (you’ll reduce it to 350°F later).
2. Prepare the Pie Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, shortening, and salt until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. Add Water: Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring until the dough comes together.
4. Divide and Roll: Divide the dough in half and roll out one half to line the bottom of a nine-inch pie plate.
5. Prepare the Filling: Peel, core, and slice the cooking apples. Arrange them in the pie crust and sprinkle with lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
6. Sweeten it Up: Sprinkle 1/2 cup of sugar and the raisins over the apples.
7. Make the Topping: Mix brown sugar with flour and spread it evenly over the apple mixture. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and walnuts, then dot with butter.
8. Seal and Vent: Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the pie filling. Seal the edges and flute as desired. Brush the top crust with milk.
9. Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake at 400°F for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, reduce the temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 30 minutes. If the edges of the pie crust brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
10. Prepare the Sauce: While the pie is baking, melt butter in a saucepan and mix it with water. Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar and brandy or rum (if using). Adjust the consistency with more water if necessary.
11. Serve: Once the pie is done baking, allow it to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle each slice with the prepared sauce and enjoy the delightful flavors of this Pink Adobe Apple Pie!

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 6732.1
• Fat: 368.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 103.4g
• Cholesterol: 126.3mg
• Sodium: 4724mg
• Carbohydrates: 823.7g
  • Fiber: 37g
  • Sugar: 409.2g
• Protein: 60g

Tips:

• For a shortcut, use store-bought pie crusts.
• Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by varying the amount of sugar used.
• Experiment with different types of nuts for the topping to add your own twist to the recipe.
• Serve the pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Keywords:

Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Southwestern U.S., Low Protein, Potluck, Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours

Enjoy your Pink Adobe Apple Pie adventure! 🍏🥧✨