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Apple Pie Made With Boiled Cider Recipe

Experience the magic of this exceptional apple pie! Three secrets elevate it above the ordinary: rich, intensely flavored boiled cider (or a delicious alternative using frozen apple juice concentrate), a 2-hour baking process for ultimate caramelisation and a tender crust, and the crucial step of letting it cool completely for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. This King Arthur Flour-inspired recipe is a game-changer, producing arguably the best apple pie you'll ever make. The boiled cider adds a depth of flavor unlike any other apple pie. A pint bottle, easily sourced online from various cider mills (Vermont offers the best value!), yields multiple pies. Its versatility extends beyond pie – use this delicious apple syrup as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or ice cream! For perfect ease, a KitchenAid mixer or food processor is ideal for the crust.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 516.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Pie Made With Boiled Cider

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How to Make Apple Pie Made With Boiled Cider

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Make the pie crust: In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes. Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add 1/2 cup ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. Form into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  3. While the dough chills, prepare the apples: Peel, core, and slice 6-8 medium apples (about 6 cups). Place the sliced apples in a bowl of water with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer to a 9-inch pie plate.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, 1/4 cup boiled cider (or substitute with 1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed), 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice.
  6. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
  7. Roll out the second disc of dough and either place it over the filling or cut into strips for a lattice top. Crimp the edges to seal.
  8. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  9. Bake for 150 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
  10. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving (ideally overnight for the best flavor and texture).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

127g

Fat

64g

Carbs

23g

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