Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Crunchy Apple Pie (Torta de maçã crocante)
A traditional Brazilian-style apple crumble tart, perfect for a cozy afternoon treat. This simple, quick recipe features a buttery, crumbly base and a tender, citrus-infused apple filling.
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Ingredients
3 cups self-raising 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 dusting)
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 dusting)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local supermarkets or independent grocery stores in Maseru or other districts. For the best texture, use high-quality butter; however, margarine is a common and acceptable substitute found in any local dairy aisle.
Preparation method
- In a large 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 together until it resembles a fine, uniform crumble.
- Grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or margarine and lightly dust with flour, if desired.
- Press half of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the dish, packing it down firmly with a spoon to create an even base.
- Arrange the thinly sliced apples evenly over the prepared base.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and honey, then drizzle this mixture over the apples.
- Scatter the remaining crumble mixture over the apples, spreading it gently without pressing down.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and, while still warm, generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Observations
This is a classic take on the apple crumble pie, a beloved sweet treat in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its ease and comforting flavor profile. It is the perfect companion for a mid-afternoon coffee or a delightful dessert, with its simple shortcrust-like crumb topping and a succulent apple filling finished with a bright citrus touch.
The preparation process is straightforward, making it an accessible project for bakers of all skill levels. The result is a beautifully golden pie, where the tender apples contrast wonderfully with the irresistible, aromatic cinnamon-spiced crunchy top.
The preparation process is straightforward, making it an accessible project for bakers of all skill levels. The result is a beautifully golden pie, where the tender apples contrast wonderfully with the irresistible, aromatic cinnamon-spiced crunchy top.
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