This pie has won eight ribbons at area fairs. People say it looks and tastes like a giant apple-cinnamon bun. I take time off from work around the holidays to fill pie requests from family and friends. The recipe has become everyone's favorite. -Susan Frisch, Germansville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening and butter until crumbly. Gradually add orange juice, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide dough into two balls. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. , Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with heavy-duty foil, leaving 1-1/2 in. beyond edge; coat the foil with cooking spray. Combine 4 tablespoons butter, brown sugar and pecans; spoon into prepared pie plate. , In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and remaining butter; toss gently., On waxed paper, roll out one ball of pastry to fit pie plate. Place pastry over nut mixture, pressing firmly against mixture and sides of plate; trim to 1 in. beyond plate edge. Fill with apple mixture. , Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim to 1/4 in. beyond plate edge. Fold bottom pastry over top pastry; seal and flute edges. Cut four 1-in. slits in top pastry. , Bake at 375° for 50-55 minutes or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown (cover edges with foil during the last 20 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary)., Cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack. Invert onto a serving platter; carefully remove foil. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over pie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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Kennedy Ngulube
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Mirza Kamran
[email protected]This is the best apple pie recipe I've ever tried. The crust is flaky and the apples are perfectly caramelized. I will definitely be making this again.
Mukarram Khan
[email protected]I've never made an upside down apple pie before, but this recipe made it so easy. The pie turned out beautifully and tasted even better.
md sojeib
[email protected]This pie is so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I highly recommend it!
Rana Yaseen
[email protected]I made this pie for my family and they loved it. The crust was flaky and the apples were perfectly cooked.
Zinhle Mhlanga
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for apple pie. It's always a winner.
Talita Jobela
[email protected]I've been making this pie for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Owusu Janet
[email protected]This pie was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved it!
Joseph banba
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of apple pie, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The upside down style is a nice twist on the classic pie.
Don Ali
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pie was absolutely delicious. The crust was perfect and the apples were so flavorful.
Reyna Cacho
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy to make pie. I especially love the gooey caramel sauce that forms on top of the apples.
kai stamper
[email protected]I've made this pie several times and it always turns out great. It's a real crowd-pleaser. The only thing I do differently is I add a pinch of cinnamon to the apples.
AB Bormon
[email protected]This is the best upside down apple pie I've ever had! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the apples were perfectly caramelized. I will definitely be making this again and again.