Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie Recipe
Indulge in Lene's family secret: a traditional German apple pie unlike any other! This recipe, passed down through generations, boasts a delicate, flaky crust and a deeply flavorful filling—a far cry from your average American or English apple pie. My mum's version is richer, deeper, and simply irresistible. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weekend treat, this Apfelkuchen is guaranteed to impress. Imagine a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust enveloping a symphony of spiced apples. Optional raisins add a touch of sweetness, but the pure apple flavor shines even without them. Make the filling ahead for ultimate convenience, or double the recipe and freeze some for later (just add the almonds post-thawing). Serve warm with freshly whipped cream for an unforgettable dessert experience! Prepare to be amazed!
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How to Make Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, combine 250g flour, 125g cold butter (cubed), 50g sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add 1-2 tbsp ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the filling: Peel, core, and thinly slice 1kg apples (about 6-8 medium). In a large bowl, toss the apples with 100g sugar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp nutmeg, and 50g chopped almonds (optional).
Assemble the pie: On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough into a 30cm circle. Transfer to a 24cm pie dish. Pour the apple filling into the crust.
Roll out the remaining dough and either cover the filling completely or create a lattice top. Trim and crimp the edges.
Bake for 75-85 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the crust browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Let cool slightly before serving with freshly whipped cream.
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
242g
Fat
70g
Carbs
35g
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How long does it take to make Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie?
Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie takes about 155 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 95 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie?
Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie has approximately 671.5 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 35 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie?
The key ingredients for Lene's Bester Apfelkuchen Lene's Best Apple Pie are Flour, Baking Powder, Sugar, Egg, Butter, Apples. See the full list with measurements above.
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