When the crisp air arrives and the leaves start to turn, my thoughts always go straight to warm, comforting apple pies. There’s nothing quite like the smell of apples and cinnamon baking in your kitchen, making everything feel cozy and sweet. Today, I’m excited to share two wonderful apple pie recipes that are perfect for your fall dessert table.
Whether you like a smooth, rich filling or a classic crumbly top, I have something for you. These recipes are simple to follow and use easy-to-find ingredients. Let’s get baking!
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Apple Butter Pie With Cinnamon Whipped Cream – A Fall Favorite
This pie is a lovely change from your usual apple pie. It features a smooth, sweet apple butter filling that’s rich and full of spice, making it taste like autumn in every bite.
The cinnamon whipped cream on top adds a light, airy finish that pairs perfectly with the dense pie filling.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Quality Apple Butter: Using a good quality apple butter makes a big difference in this pie. It brings a deep, natural apple taste without much effort.
- Don’t Skip the Whipped Cream: The cinnamon whipped cream isn’t just a decoration; it adds a light, fluffy texture and warm spice that makes the pie extra special.
What You Need
- 1 prepared pie crust (9-inch), unbaked
- 1 cup apple butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For Cinnamon Whipped Cream: 1 cup cold heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⏱️ Time: 1 hour 15 minutes🍽️ Yields: 8 slices
How to Make It
Step 1: Get Ready to Bake
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place your unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. You can trim the edges or crimp them as you like.
Step 2: Mix the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the apple butter, granulated sugar, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Whisk these ingredients together until everything is smooth and well mixed.
Step 3: Bake the Pie
Carefully pour the apple butter mixture into your prepared pie crust. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted near the middle comes out clean.
Step 4: Make Cinnamon Whipped Cream
While the pie cools, in a separate bowl, beat the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Serve a generous dollop on each slice of pie.
📝 Final Note
Let the pie cool completely before slicing for the best texture. It’s delicious served at room temperature or slightly warmed.
Classic Apple Crisp Pie – Easy Bake
This recipe combines two favorites: apple pie and apple crisp! You get a tender, spiced apple filling hugged by a flaky crust, all topped with a buttery, crunchy oat topping.
It’s a comforting dessert that everyone loves, and it’s simpler to put together than a double-crust pie.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Choose Your Apples Wisely: Granny Smith apples are great for baking because they hold their shape and offer a tartness that balances the sweetness. You can also mix them with sweeter apples like Honeycrisp.
- Crumbly Topping: For the best crisp topping, make sure your butter is cold and cut into small pieces. This helps create that wonderful crumbly, crunchy texture when baked.
What You Need
- 1 prepared pie crust (9-inch), unbaked
- 6 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 cups)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- For Crisp Topping: 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter (diced)
⏱️ Time: 1 hour 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 8 slices
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare the Apples
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced apples with the granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the apples are evenly coated.
Step 2: Make the Crisp Topping
In a separate medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, and the remaining 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Add the diced cold butter and use your fingers or a pastry blender to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake the Pie
Pour the apple mixture into your prepared unbaked pie crust. Evenly sprinkle the crisp topping over the apples. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Then, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 45-60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
📝 Final Note
Let the pie cool for at least 20-30 minutes before serving. This helps the filling set and makes slicing much easier. It’s delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!