Apple Pie With No Apples Recipe

A nostalgic family secret recipe passed down through generations! This surprisingly delicious pie tastes exactly like apple pie, but with a shocking twist: Ritz crackers are the star ingredient! Using pre-made crusts (or make your own!), this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a fun family gathering or a delightful surprise for friends. Get ready for amazed faces when they discover the secret ingredient! Includes instructions for making delicious pie crust cookies.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 2852.7 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Pie With No Apples

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How to Make Apple Pie With No Apples

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Add 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers.
  4. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil for exactly 2 minutes. Do not stir during this time.
  5. Remove from heat immediately and carefully pour the mixture into a 9-inch unbaked pie shell.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  7. Dot the top with 4 tablespoons of butter, cut into small pats.
  8. Top with your lattice crust. (Reserve extra pie crust strips to make pie crust cookies)
  9. Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
  10. Optional: Bake leftover pie crust strips, sprinkled with sugar, alongside the pie for delicious pie crust cookies.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

116 g

Sugar

222g

Fat

343g

Carbs

86g

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