Sweet and Spicy Apple Pie: A Perfect Dessert for Every Occasion
Introduction
Apple pie is an all-time favorite dessert that never goes out of style. It’s a classic dessert that brings back memories of family gatherings, holidays, and special occasions. But what if you could take this classic dessert to the next level? What if you could add a little twist to it that would make it even more delicious? This is where sweet and spicy apple pie comes in.
The Ingredients
To make this delicious dessert, you will need the following ingredients:
- 6-7 cups of thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of white sugar
- 1/4 cup of flour
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 2 pie crusts (homemade or store-bought)
- Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)
The Preparation
Now that you have all the ingredients, it’s time to prepare the sweet and spicy apple pie.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sliced apples, brown sugar, white sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Add the lemon juice and stir well.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second pie crust and cut it into strips. Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the apple mixture.
- Brush the lattice with egg wash.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
The Serving
Once your sweet and spicy apple pie is ready, it’s time to serve it. You can serve it warm or at room temperature. You can also top it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
The Conclusion
Sweet and spicy apple pie is a perfect dessert for every occasion. It’s a classic dessert with a little twist that will leave your taste buds craving for more. So, next time you’re in the mood for apple pie, try this recipe and see how it takes your taste buds to a whole new level.