Brazilian recipe
Crunchy Apple Pie (Torta de maçã crocante)
A traditional Brazilian-style apple pie known for its practical preparation, comforting flavor, and an irresistible crunchy topping.
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Ingredients
3 cups self-rising flour
200g butter or margarine at room temperature
2 cups 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 ground cinnamon (for sprinkling)
200g butter or margarine at room temperature
2 cups 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 ground cinnamon (for sprinkling)
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in local grocery stores and supermarkets. If self-rising flour is unavailable, a common substitute is to use regular all-purpose flour mixed with 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder per cup of flour.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the self-rising flour, butter or margarine, 2 cups of sugar and the egg yolks.
- Using your fingertips or two forks, work the mixture until you get a homogeneous crumble.
- Grease a medium baking dish with butter or margarine and dust with a little flour, if desired.
- Place half of the crumble dough in the dish, spreading and pressing firmly with a spoon to form a uniform base.
- Arrange the thin slices of apple over the dough base.
- In a small bowl, mix the orange juice with the honey and drizzle over the apples.
- Cover the apples with the remaining crumble dough, spreading gently without pressing down.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C and bake for approximately 30-40 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and, while it is still warm, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the top.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. The pie can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Observations
This is a classic recipe for a crunchy apple pie, a beloved sweet treat in Brazilian cuisine, known for its practicality and comforting flavor. Ideal for an afternoon coffee or dessert, its simple dough and apple filling with a citrus touch ensure a delicious experience. The crunchy topping completes the experience.
The preparation is straightforward, making it accessible even for beginners in the kitchen. The result is a golden pie, with the soft interior of the apples and an irresistible crunchy crust, scented with cinnamon.
The preparation is straightforward, making it accessible even for beginners in the kitchen. The result is a golden pie, with the soft interior of the apples and an irresistible crunchy crust, scented with cinnamon.
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