Why did my apples turn to applesauce in my pie?

For example, sweeter apples tend to break down easier than their acidic partners. This means that apples like Red Delicious break down quickly, turning your pie into more of an applesauce than a delectable dessert.

How do you bake an apple pie so the bottom crust is not soggy?

Brush the Bottom with Corn Syrup or Egg White Coating the inside surface of the bottom crust will create a barrier to prevent sogginess.

Is McDonald's apple pie vegan?

Fortunately, McDonald's apple pies are vegan !

What apples not to use for apple pie?

There are a few apples that don't make the cut. While great for snacking, Gala, Fuji and Red Delicious are the most common apples that won't hold up in the oven and will give you a watery-mushy pie, tart or cake.

Should I cook apples before putting in pie?

Should you cook the apples before baking apple pie? You don't have to pre-cook the filling before spooning it into the pie crust, but it's a quick step I recommend . Just 5 minutes on the stove begins the softening process, and also helps the flavors start to mingle.

Should I prebake the bottom crust for apple pie?

You do not need to pre-bake a pie crust for an apple pie or any baked fruit pie really, but we do freeze the dough to help it stay put. Pre-baking the pie crust is only required when making a custard pie OR when making a fresh fruit pie. you should probably get: Pie weights are super helpful to have for pre-baking.

Why is McDonald's apple pie so good?

Many pie fillings are made with a processed thickening agent that keeps the filling jelly-like and in place. But McDonald's uses a dehydrated apple powder . The powder not only thickens the filling, but it also adds that extra apple taste that you love.

Why did McDonald's stop selling apple pies?

And then there's the long forgotten fried apple pie at McDonald's, which made the switch to baked in 1992 due to health reasons and has tasted inferior ever since. Unless you're over 40 and/or live in Hawaii (more on that soon), you've probably never tasted a McDonald's fried apple pie.

What is the vegan McDonald's called?

McPlant™ : McDonald's Plant-Based Burger | McDonald's.

What fruit can replace lemon?

Orange juice is a good one-to-one substitute for lemon juice in most recipes. It's less acidic, sweeter, and less tart than lemon juice.

What happens if you don't use lemon juice in apple pie?

There is no need to add lemon juice to prevent discoloration when baking with apples. It won't hurt the filling to have the lemon juice in there , but tossing the apples in juice isn't necessarily benefiting the dessert, either.

Why use lemon juice in apple pie?

Fresh lemon juice and zest – They add delicious brightness to this apple pie filling. Vanilla extract – It enhances the spices' warm, cozy flavor. Cornstarch and water – They create a slurry that thickens the apple juices into a glossy sauce.

How do you keep apples from turning brown when making a pie?

Here's the short version: The best way to prevent browning is to soak the cut fruit in a saltwater solution (half a teaspoon of kosher salt per cup of water) for 10 minutes, then drain and store until ready to use . The mild salt flavor can be rinsed off with tap water before serving.

How do you know if apple pie filling is bad?

Indications that your canned apple pie filling has gone bad are: if the can is dented, leaking, rusted, or swollen; unusual odor; changes in color or texture . For homemade apple pie filling, look for mould, off smells, or discoloration. When in doubt, it's always safer to toss and start again.

Vegan Apple Pie (easy recipe) (2024)

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This simple vegan Apple Pie is the perfect dessert with the best Apple pie flavor! The recipe is very easy and can be made gluten-free and sugar-free. A delicious treat for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and just everyday!

After posting so many delicious Apple Pie desserts on Instagram, it’s definitely time to share my favorite recipe for a classic American Apple Pie on my blog. This recipe is actually the basic recipe that I have also used for all other treats, such as mini apple pie muffins, apple pie hand pies, and hot apple pie pockets.

If I had to decide which cake I like best, it would be most likely an apple cake or apple pie. Not only because this simple pie is so easy to make, but also because it’s so incredibly delicious. The cinnamon apple filling makes it perfect for fall, but also reminds of Christmas and Thanksgiving. Once your house starts smelling so heavenly, thanks to the baked cinnamon apples, you‘ll notice what I mean and get into a cozy and relaxed Christmas mood.

Homemade Pie Crust is easy to make

Traditional Pie crust is usually made of flour, butter, a bit of sugar, water and a pinch of salt. To make this Pie crust dairy-free, I use vegan butter. I assure you, the result will be the same and as delicious as using regular butter. You will not notice the difference. I prefer making the pastry myself, but you can also use store-bought pastry dough to make this recipe.

How to make a simple vegan Apple Pie

First, cut the prepared pastry dough in half and roll out both halves. One half is for the bottom, and the other half is to cover the Pie. You can either put the second rolled out dough as a whole on top, or cut into strips using a pizza cutter or knife to make a lattice design, as I did.

Apple Cinnamon Filling

To make the filling, peel and core the apples, then slice thinly. Combine sliced apples with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and lemon juice in a large bowl. Toss until the apples are well-coated and set aside. Transfer the rolled out pastry dough for the bottom to a greased 10,5-inch (27-cm) pie dish or springform tin and gently press against the bottom and sides. Prick the bottom of the pie crust all over with a fork and then fill with the apples.

Cover the Apple Pie with a lattice design

As mentioned before, you can either cover the Apple pie filling with the whole pastry dough or cutting into strips to make a lattice design. After laying the pastry strips on top of the apple pie filling, trim the overhanging dough around the edges and carefully, crimp the top and bottom of the pastry a bit together. I love using any leftover pastry to make decorations for the pie because it’s so pretty. Just shape the remaining dough into a ball, roll out again and cut out designs of choice using a cookie cutter (I used a flower design). Place them on top of the crust and brush the top with a little plant-based milk/ cream or melted coconut oil. Then sprinkle with a bit of brown sugar and bake until golden brown. That’s it!

I hope you’ll enjoy this simple Vegan Apple Pie. It is:

Dairy-free
Egg-free
Can be made gluten-free and refined sugar-free
Easy to make
Crisp & flaky
Moist & juicy
So delicious
The perfect dessert for fall, winter and any occasion!

A versatile Apple Pie recipe

This recipe is super versatile. You can cut out circles, quarters or rectangles to make hand pies or hot pockets. You could also lay out the pastry into muffin tins to make mini apple pies. If you decide to do so, just cut the apples slightly smaller and always make sure to seal the sides of the pastry so the filling will not leak out. Also, have a look at your pastry during baking because smaller sized pies are done faster. Just feel free to be creative and try out different Apple Pie varieties! Maybe you would also like to try my vegan cherry pie. Have fun baking!

Author: Bianca Zapatka

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Ingredients

Pie Crust:

2 ½ cups (375 g) flour plus more for dusting, *see notes
3 tbsp sugar *see notes
½ tsp salt
1 cup (225 g) vegan butter diced and chilled
4 tbsp cold water

Cinnamon Apple Filling:

2 lbs (1 kg) apples
½ cup (100 g) sugar *see notes
2 tbsp cornstarch
1-2 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg optional
½ lemon juiced

To brush:

a bit of plant milk / dairy-free cream or melted coconut oil
1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

*Note: I recommend watching the recipe video for visual instruction!

Pie crust:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the vegan butter pieces and work it into the flour mixture with your hands. Gradually, add the cold water, a tablespoon at a time, and knead just until the dough comes together. (Optionally, you could also put all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until a dough forms.)
Divide the dough in half and shape into a ball or disc. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for at least ½ hour.

Filling:

Preheat the oven to 350 °F (180 °C).
Peel and core the apples, then thinly slice.
Transfer to a large bowl and add sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are well-coated. Set aside.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half of the dough. Transfer to a greased pie dish* and gently press against the bottom and sides. Prick the bottom of the pie crust all over with a fork and then fill with the apples.
Now roll out the other half of the dough and cut into strips. Lay them on top of the pie to make a lattice design (or cover with the whole rolled out dough*). Trim the overhanging dough and crimp around the edges.
Optionally, use any leftover pastry to make decorations for the pie. Form the remaining dough into a ball, roll it out again, and cut out designs of choice using a cookie cutter. Then place them on top of the pie crust. (Watch the recipe video for more inspiration).
Brush the top of the pie with a little plant milk or cream or melted coconut oil and sprinkle with a bit of brown sugar.
Bake the pie for about 50-60 minutes until golden brown. Cover the sides or top with tin foil if it gets too dark during baking.
Let your Apple Pie cool before serving.
Serve with a dollop of vegan ice cream and extra syrup, if you like!
Enjoy!

Notes

I used a10.5-inch (27-cm) pie dish but you could also use a tart or springform pan. A smaller size should work too.
To make this cake gluten-free, you can use a gluten-free flour blend 1:1.
To make this Apple Pie sugar-free, you can use Erythritol. You could also use coconut sugar, or regular white sugar, if you like.
If you prefer to cover the pie with the whole rolled out crust (without cutting into strips to create a lattice design), then make sure to cut a hole in the center of the top crust (or prick a few times with a fork) to allow steam out.

Nutrition is calculated automatically and should be used as estimate.

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