Best 4 Delicious Croatian Apple Pie Recipes

In the realm of sweet indulgences, Croatian apple pie stands as a testament to the country's culinary artistry. With its flaky, golden crust encasing a tender, cinnamon-spiced filling of thinly sliced apples, this delectable treat is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our comprehensive guide takes you on a journey through the world of Croatian apple pie, introducing you to three tempting variations sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. From the classic recipe that embodies the essence of Croatian tradition to the innovative vegan and gluten-free versions, each recipe offers a unique twist on this beloved dessert. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of Croatian apple pie, ensuring a delightful experience with every bite.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CROATIAN APPLE PIE

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This is the third of my grandmother's famous pies (sour cherry, cheese). The recipe for dough is the same as for previous two. Filling is actually the same as for strudel, so if you have dough for strudel, use it.

Provided by nitko

Categories Pie

Time 1h

Yield 8 portions, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

300 g flour (for cakes)
150 g butter
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
120 g sour cream
1 lemon (grated rind)
40 g sugar (white, crystal)
12 g baking powder
10 g sugar (with vanilla flavor)
1000 g apples
10 g raisins
4 g cinnamon
30 g sugar (white, crystal)

Steps:

Make dough out of flour, breadcrumbs, and lemon rinds, sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanilla flavored sugar and melted butter.
Mix everything in a bowl and at the end add egg yolks. Mix some more and add sour cream.
Mix more until you get nice greasy dough. If it is too greasy you can add some more flour. When done, put into refrigerator for 2 hours.
After 2 hours, put the dough out and work a little to make it softer. Cut ¼ of the dough and put aside.
During this, peal the apples and grate them in a bowl. Don't put sugar yet or apples will loose juice (put sugar last). During a day, assuming you have planned to make a pie, soak raisins in rum. When raisins get swelled put them into apples and add cinnamon. Be grateful with cinnamon. Now add sugar.
Roll the rest of dough into ½ cm thin sheet. Cover the bottom of 28cm low rim cake pan with butter, and put onto it a dough sheet. Make sure that the rim is also covered with dough from inside.
Pour apple stuffing on dough. Roll the rest of the dough into thin sheet and put over the apples making sure that it is covered.
Poke 10 holes with a fork on the cover. Put the pie into preheated oven on 180°C and bake 30-40 minutes or until it gets light golden. Before serving sparkle with caster sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.4, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 89.1, Sodium 293.8, Carbohydrate 68.5, Fiber 6, Sugar 30, Protein 6

DELICIOUS CROATIAN APPLE PIE

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This scrumptious apple cake is a Croatian version of an apple pie and ideal for this gentle fall season.

Provided by Laka

Categories Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

250 g all-purpose flour (125 g cake flour and 125 g bread flour)
150 g butter, cut into smaller pieces
1 egg yolk
1 splash milk
30 g sugar
3 tablespoons cranberry jam, or
3 tablespoons rose-hip jam
750 g apples, peeled, thinly sliced (with grater)
2 tablespoons brown sugar, to taste
1 grated lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons rum
3 eggs, yolks separated from the whites
30 g sugar
60 g bread flour

Steps:

In a bowl combine the flour, butter, egg yolk, a splash of milk and sugar. Knead all ingredients to a firm dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile prepare the topping dough: beat egg yolks with sugar until light and foamy. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg white mixture and flour alternately into the yolk mixture.
Roll short-crust dough on a lightly floured counter to a rectangle the size of the parchment paper lined baking pan. Cover the bottom of the pan with the dough, tap with fingers into place.
Evenly cover the dough with grated apples, sprinkle with brown sugar, lemon zest, ground cinnamon and rum.
Top the apples with the light topping dough and bake the pie in the oven at 200°C for about 45 minutes.
Cool the pie in the baking pan, cut into equal sized square pieces and dust with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.4, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 130.6, Sodium 166.2, Carbohydrate 65.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 28.4, Protein 7.4

DELICIOUS APPLE PIE

Delicious Apple Pie image

My mother taught me to make this delectable apple pie. I've yet to find a recipe that tastes better than this!-Howard Haug, Hewitt, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons water
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 medium Red Delicious apples, peeled, sliced
Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix water and cornstarch until dissolved. Add egg, cream, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place apples in a large bowl; pour cream mixture over and stir to coat. Line a 9-in. pie pan with the bottom pastry. Pour apple mixture into crust; dot with butter. Top with remaining pastry; flute edges and cut slits in top. Brush with milk and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Bake at 350° for 55 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE PIE BY GRANDMA OPLE

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This was my grandmother's apple pie recipe. I have never seen another one quite like it. It will always be my favorite and has won me several first place prizes in local competitions. I hope it becomes one of your favorites as well!

Provided by MOSHASMAMA

Categories Desserts Pies Apple Pie Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
½ cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup water
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
8 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Melt the butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour to form a paste. Add water, white sugar and brown sugar, and bring to a boil. Reduce temperature and let simmer.
Place the bottom crust in your pan. Fill with apples, mounded slightly. Cover with a lattice work crust. Gently pour the sugar and butter liquid over the crust. Pour slowly so that it does not run off.
Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes, until apples are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.2 calories, Carbohydrate 67.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 240.8 mg, Sugar 40.3 g

Tips:

For the perfect flaky crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. Butter adds flavor, while shortening helps to create a tender, flaky texture.
Be sure to chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from becoming too sticky and difficult to work with.
When filling the pie, don't overstuff it. Leave some room for the apples to expand as they bake.
To prevent the bottom crust from becoming soggy, pre-bake it for a few minutes before adding the filling.
Brush the top crust with milk or egg wash before baking. This will help to create a golden brown crust.
Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Croatian apple pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, sweet and tangy filling, and simple ingredients, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give Croatian apple pie a try.