**Skillet Apple Pie: A Culinary Delight Made Easy**
If you're seeking a delectable dessert that blends the classic flavors of apple pie with the convenience of a skillet, look no further than the skillet apple pie. This exceptional dish combines a flaky, golden crust with a tender, cinnamon-spiced apple filling, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe from America's Test Kitchen promises a hassle-free baking experience, ensuring a perfect pie every time. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we delve into the details of this remarkable dessert, uncovering the secrets behind its irresistible charm and exploring the additional recipes that offer variations on this timeless classic.
SKILLET APPLE PIE -- AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN
This recipe is from "America's Test Kitchen" on PBS. They suggest a combination of sweet and tart apples. I use a mixture of Rome and Granny Smith, but that's just my preference.
Provided by SweetPeaNC
Categories Pie
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. FOR THE CRUST: Pulse flour, sugar, and salt in food processor until combined. Add shortening and process until mixture has texture of coarse sand, about ten 1-second pulses. Scatter butter pieces over flour mixture and process until mixture is pale yellow and resembles coarse crumbs, with butter bits no larger than small peas, about ten 1-second pulses. Transfer mixture to medium bowl.
- 2. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons ice water over mixture. With blade of rubber spatula, use folding motion to mix. Press down on dough with broad side of spatula until dough sticks together, adding up to 1 tablespoon more ice water if dough does not come together. Turn dough out onto sheet of plastic wrap and flatten into 4-inch disk. Wrap dough and refrigerate 30 minutes, or up to 2 days, before rolling out. (If dough is refrigerated longer than 1 hour, let stand at room temperature until malleable.).
- 3. FOR THE FILLING: Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position (between 7 and 9 inches from heating element) and heat oven to 500 degrees. Whisk cider, syrup, lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon (if using) together in medium bowl until smooth. Heat butter in 12-inch heatproof skillet over medium-high heat. When foaming subsides, add apples and cook, stirring 2 or 3 times until apples begin to caramelize, about 5 minutes. (Do not fully cook apples.) Remove pan from heat, add cider mixture, and gently stir until apples are well coated. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 4. TO ASSEMBLE AND BAKE: Roll out dough on lightly floured work surface, or between 2 large sheets of plastic wrap, to 11-inch circle. Roll dough loosely around rolling pin and unroll over apple filling. Brush dough with egg white and sprinkle with sugar. With sharp knife, gently cut dough into 6 pieces by making 1 vertical cut followed by 2 evenly spaced horizontal cuts (perpendicular to first cut). Bake until apples are tender and crust is a deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes; serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.1, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 213.4, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 7, Sugar 41.9, Protein 3.6
APPLE PAN DOWDY IN A SKILLET/ AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by lisalang
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In food processor pulse flour, sugar, salt. Then add butter and shortening. Pulse together to form cornmeal like crumbs. Remove and put in bowl, add 2 - 4 tbsp water, and form into dough. Put into plastic wrap, and put in fridge for at least one hour. Filling: Melt 2 tbsp butter, high heat. Add apples and saute until brown and not too soft, approximately 5 minutes. Turn heat off. Whisk cider, maple syrup, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp cornstarch in separate bowl. Whisk the sauce, and pour over apples. Roll out dough with flour. Rotate and spin, roll into 11" piece to fit inside skillet. Roll over rolling pin, loosely drape, then unroll on top of skillet. Brush with egg whites wash, then sprinkle sugar on top. Cut dough into 6 pieces. Bake in a 500 oven for 20-25 minutes. Let sit 15 minutes before serving.
GRANDMA'S IRON SKILLET APPLE PIE
This three-layer apple pie is a Southern favorite!
Provided by T L Dixon
Categories Desserts Pies Apple Pie Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place 1/2 cup butter into a heavy cast iron skillet, and melt butter in the oven. Remove skillet and sprinkle with brown sugar; return to oven to heat while you prepare the apples.
- Remove skillet, and place 1 refrigerated pie crust on top of the brown sugar. Top the pie crust with half the sliced apples. Sprinkle apples with 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon; place a second pie crust over the apples; top the second crust with the remaining apples, and sprinkle with 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Top with the third crust; sprinkle the top crust with 1/4 cup sugar, and dot with 1 tablespoon of butter. Cut 4 slits into the top crust for steam.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown, about 45 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.3 calories, Carbohydrate 107.8 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 17.1 g, Sodium 396.4 mg, Sugar 69.8 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use a heavy-bottomed skillet that is oven-safe.
- Make sure the butter is cold and cut into small pieces before adding it to the flour.
- Work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add just enough water to the dough to bring it together.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface.
- Use a sharp knife to trim the edges of the dough.
- Brush the edges of the dough with water before folding them over.
- Bake the pie in a preheated oven until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This skillet apple pie recipe from America's Test Kitchen is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. The flaky crust and sweet apple filling are sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect skillet apple pie every time.
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