Simple Apple Pie Recipe With Ready Made Pastry
Introduction
Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked apple pie on a cold winter day. But the thought of making pastry from scratch can be daunting. Fortunately, there is a quick and easy solution: ready-made pastry. With this simple apple pie recipe, you can have a delicious dessert on the table in no time.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 pack of ready-made shortcrust pastry
- 6 medium-sized cooking apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup of caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C for fan ovens).
2. Roll out the pastry on a floured surface and use it to line a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and flour. Mix well.
4. Spoon the apple mixture into the pastry-lined dish, making sure it is evenly distributed.
5. Brush the beaten egg around the edges of the pastry.
6. Roll out the remaining pastry and cut it into thin strips. Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the top of the apple mixture.
7. Brush the lattice with the remaining beaten egg.
8. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
9. Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations
This basic recipe can be adapted in many ways. Here are a few suggestions:
- Add a handful of raisins or sultanas to the apple mixture.
- Sprinkle a handful of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, over the apple mixture.
- Replace the cinnamon and nutmeg with mixed spice.
- Top the pie with a crumble mixture instead of a lattice.
Conclusion
With this simple apple pie recipe, you can enjoy the taste of homemade pastry without the hassle. Whether you serve it warm with a dollop of cream, or cold with a scoop of ice cream, it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
