Rustic Apple Pie Crust

This rustic apple pie tasted that much better because i knew the work that went into it haha.

Rustic apple pie crust.

The crust was incredibly easy to make and the filling is just like regular fruit filling for any pie or crumble crisp. Purchased piecrust dough is a convenient time saver. One thing i learned about homemade pie crust is that you need to keep the ingredients cold especially butter. If you d like to keep strictly kosher when making this dessert for our hanukkah menu use walnut oil in place of butter and look for pie dough made with shortening and containing no lard.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon apple mixture onto center of crust spreading to within 2 inches of edge. Gradually add water and vanilla tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. We topped our rustic apple pie with a giant scoop of vanilla ice cream.

In medium bowl mix 1 2 cup sugar the cornstarch and cinnamon. Fold over the edges of each crust so that it covers 2 to 3 inches of the apple mixture. You can place all of the ingredients in the freezer for 5 10 minutes before beginning your prep if you have time. In a large bowl combine the apples with 1 2 cup of the brown sugar the cornstarch lemon juice and cinnamon.

This free form french apple tart is something the french might throw together au pif or by feel. Not sure why i was so intimidated before. We like the flavor combo of sweet golden delicious and tart granny smith apples but you can use any apple or combination of apples you like. Cut in butter until crumbly.

Like an apple pie without the pan it consists of a thin layer of cinnamon scented apples atop a buttery flaky crust. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sugar. This free form apple dessert often referred to as a rustic tart is super easy because it starts with a refrigerated pie crust. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees f.

Brush the apples with the melted preserves. Gently stir in apples. Begin by preparing the pie crust. Boost the nutrition and flavor even further by adding 1 4 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries to the fruit mixture.

How to make an easy rustic apple pie pie crust. In a large bowl combine flour sugar and salt. Bake the tart in the center of the oven for 1 hour or until the apples are tender and golden and the crust is deep golden and cooked through. No need to be artistic the more rustic the better.