Glazed Apple Lemon Ginger Pie |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Apple lemon ginger juice is one of my addictions. I have been looking for an apple pie recipe that just clicks for me and I am getting a little tired of the same ole-same ole thing so I decided to give myself a little creative leeway and combine a few ideas together and see what happens. I didn't expect the result I got and find it hard to believe this beautiful yummy came out of my kitchen. It was amazing and gone in a flash. Wish I could have taken a picture of this beauty! Unfortunately, you will have to rely on your imagination! A couple of things to note. Slice and peel the apples according to your taste. I like small pieces and no peels. Also the lemon powder I used is True Lemon Crystallized Lemon. Using this allows you to get a tangy lemon flavor without adding excess moisture. The glaze caramelizes beautifully over the lattice and adds a touch of tang. Since I have only made this once, I look forward to your feedback. Hope you enjoy! Ingredients:
2 pie crusts |
5 cups apples, sliced |
6 tablespoons butter, room temperature, sliced thin |
1/2 cup sugar |
1/2 cup brown sugar |
2 tablespoons brown sugar |
3 tablespoons lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon powdered lemon |
1 teaspoon vanilla |
1 tablespoon vanilla powder |
1 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg |
1 teaspoon ginger |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
glaze |
2 tablespoons butter |
2 tablespoons brown sugar |
1 tablespoon vanilla |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon ginger |
1/2-1 teaspoon powdered lemon |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven 400 degrees.
2. Line a pie plate with one pie crust.
3. Cut second pie crust into 1 inch strips to be used for lattice topping.
4. Peel apples if desired and cut into small slices or pieces.
5. Place lemon juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon vanilla into ziploc bag and add apples tossing until thoroughly coated.
6. Spread apples onto cookie sheet into one layer and place in oven for 12-15 minutes stirring every three minutes to allow the lemon juice to cook off and apples to soften and caramelize.
7. In a ziploc bag, combine and thoroughly mix sugar, brown sugar, lemon crystals, vanilla powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.
8. Set aside.
9. Pull caramelized apples out of oven and gently spoon into mixing bowl.
10. Add butter pieces and spiced sugar mix to the apples and gently toss to coat the warm apples until the butter melts .
11. Spoon coated caramelized apples into waiting pie crust.
12. Use the 1 pie crust strips to weave a lattice across the top of the apples.
13. Crimp crust around the outside rim.
14. Place the pie on a cookie sheet and set aside.
15. In a small sauce pan over medium heat, combine the glaze ingredients together and cook until just boiling then remove from heat - about two minutes.
16. Using a silicone brush, paint the glaze across the top of the pie, coating the lattice evenly.
17. Set the pie into oven for 20 - 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
18. Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool for at least two hours before slicing.
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