Brazilian recipe
Crunchy Apple Pie (Torta de maçã crocante)
A traditional, comforting Brazilian apple pie featuring a quick, crumbly pastry base and a fragrant, cinnamon-spiced fruit filling.
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Ingredients
3 cups self-raising flour
200g softened butter or margarine
2 cups granulated sugar
3 egg yolks
3 medium apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup sugar mixed with cinnamon powder (for dusting)
200g softened butter or margarine
2 cups granulated sugar
3 egg yolks
3 medium apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup sugar mixed with cinnamon powder (for dusting)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at your local neighborhood kirana store or any major supermarket. For high-quality produce, visit the vegetable market (sabzi mandi). As a substitute, you may use refined flour (maida) mixed with baking powder if self-raising flour is unavailable.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, butter or margarine, 2 cups of sugar, and the egg yolks.
- Using your fingertips or two forks, work the mixture until it reaches a coarse, uniform crumble consistency.
- Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or margarine and lightly dust with flour if preferred.
- Place half of the crumble mixture into the dish, spreading it out and pressing down firmly with a spoon to create an even base.
- Arrange the thinly sliced apples evenly over the pastry base.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and honey, then drizzle this mixture over the apples.
- Spread the remaining crumble mixture gently over the apples, ensuring the fruit is covered without packing it down.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and, while the pie is still warm, generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving. The pie can be enjoyed either warm or cold.
Observations
This classic recipe is a staple in Brazilian kitchens, cherished for its simplicity and the delightful contrast between the soft, citrus-infused apple heart and the golden, crumbly topping. It is the perfect accompaniment for afternoon tea or as a warm dessert. The preparation is straightforward, requiring no complex techniques, making it an excellent choice for bakers of all levels. Once baked, the kitchen fills with the inviting aroma of cinnamon, resulting in an irresistibly golden pie that is best enjoyed while still warm.
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