Brazilian recipe
Crispy Apple Pie (Torta de maçã crocante)
A traditional Brazilian-style crispy apple pie recipe, perfect for a cozy snack. The dough is quick to prepare with simple, accessible ingredients.
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Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour with baking powder
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
Find these ingredients at local grocery stores and supermarkets. Butter can be substituted with margarine if preferred, and any variety of baking apple works well for the filling.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the flour with baking powder, butter or margarine, 2 cups of sugar, and the egg yolks
- Using your fingertips or two forks, work the mixture until you achieve a homogeneous crumble
- Grease a medium baking dish with butter or margarine and lightly dust with flour, if desired
- Place half of the crumble dough into the baking dish, spreading and pressing firmly with a spoon to form a uniform base
- Arrange the thin apple slices 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 it delicately 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 from the oven and, while still warm, generously sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon mixture over the top
- Let it cool slightly before serving. The pie can be enjoyed warm or cold
Observations
This is a classic recipe for crispy apple pie, a beloved treat in Brazilian cuisine known for its practicality and comforting flavor. Ideal for afternoon tea or as a dessert, its simple base and apple filling with a citrus touch ensure a delightful experience. The crispy crumble topping completes the dish.
Preparation is straightforward, making it accessible even for beginners in the kitchen. The result is a golden-brown pie with tender, cinnamon-scented apples encased in an irresistible crunchy crust.
Preparation is straightforward, making it accessible even for beginners in the kitchen. The result is a golden-brown pie with tender, cinnamon-scented apples encased in an irresistible crunchy crust.
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