RUM RAISIN APPLE PIE

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Raisins steeped in dark rum mingle with tart and sweet apples in this updated version of an American favorite. It's a showstopper when paired with lightly sweetened whipped cream.

Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Rum     Dairy     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Raisin     Apple     Fall     Winter     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons dark rum
1/3 cup raisins
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 medium apples, ranging from sweet to tart (2 1/2 lb)
Pastry dough for a double-crust > pie
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
2 teaspoons milk
1 tablespoon sanding sugar

Steps:

  • Bring rum with raisins to a boil in a 1-quart heavy saucepan, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, 1 hour.
  • Put oven rack in middle position with a large heavy baking sheet on rack and preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Rub together brown sugar, flour, zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt with your fingers in a large bowl until no lumps remain. Peel and core apples, then cut into 1/2-inch-wide wedges and add to sugar mixture, tossing gently to coat. Add raisins with any liquid and toss until combined.
  • Roll out larger piece of dough into a 13-inch round (keep remaining piece chilled) on a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate (4-cup capacity) and trim edge, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Chill shell while rolling out top crust.
  • Roll out smaller piece of dough on a lightly floured surface with lightly floured rolling pin into an 11-inch round.
  • Spoon filling evenly into shell, then dot top with butter. Brush pastry overhang with some of milk, then cover pie with pastry round. Trim pastry flush with edge of pie plate using kitchen shears, then press edges together and crimp decoratively.
  • Lightly brush top of pie with some of remaining milk and sprinkle all over with sanding sugar. Cut 3 steam vents in top crust with a small sharp knife.
  • Bake pie on hot baking sheet 20 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F and continue to bake until crust is golden and filling is bubbling, 45 to 50 minutes more. Cool pie on a rack to warm or room temperature, about 1 1/2 hours.

Naeem Zehen
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This pie is the perfect fall dessert. It's warm, comforting, and delicious.


Maxwell Henning
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This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I'm sure it would be perfect for someone with a sweet tooth.


PubgBoy PubgBoy
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This pie is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is delicious.


Vijay Pratap
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I loved this pie! The rum and apples were a perfect combination.


Chitra Purohit
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This pie is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Md Yeasin Ali
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This pie was a bit too boozy for my taste, but my husband loved it! I'll probably make it again with less rum next time.


Last King
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This pie is a classic for a reason! The combination of apples, rum, and raisins is always a winner.


Jack Neal
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Easy to follow recipe, even for a beginner baker like me! The pie turned out great and my friends loved it.


Prodip Marma
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This pie was a disappointment. The crust was soggy and the filling was bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Lynn Frias
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The rum-raisin filling was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the crust was perfect. I'll try making it again with a different filling.


mental mental
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This pie was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it! The end result was a beautiful and delicious pie that everyone loved.


Alhaja Ademola hajara
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I'm not usually a fan of rum-raisin anything, but this pie changed my mind! The combination of flavors was incredible, and the crust was to die for. I'll definitely be making this pie again and again.


Edgar Juarez
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This apple pie was a hit at our family gathering! The rum-raisin filling was a unique twist that added a delicious depth of flavor. The crust was flaky and golden brown, and the apples were perfectly tender. I'll definitely be making this pie again!