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Zucchini Mock Apple Pie Recipe

This Zucchini Mock Apple Pie recipe is a delightful surprise! Using garden-fresh zucchini, this recipe expertly masks the vegetable, resulting in a sweet and satisfying pie that tastes remarkably like apple. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a cozy dessert night, your guests will be amazed! This tweaked version of a family favorite is easy to follow and guaranteed to impress. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 313.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.7 (17 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zucchini Mock Apple Pie

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How to Make Zucchini Mock Apple Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Thinly slice 3 medium zucchini (about 3 cups sliced).
  3. Cook zucchini slices in boiling water for 2 minutes, until barely tender.
  4. Immediately remove from heat and drain very well. Press out excess moisture using paper towels.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked zucchini with: 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or all-purpose flour), and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Toss until evenly coated.
  6. Place one sheet of 9-inch pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan.
  7. Pour the zucchini mixture into the pie crust.
  8. Dot the filling with 2 tablespoons of cold butter, cut into small pieces. Drizzle 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar over the filling.
  9. Top with the second pie crust. Crimp the edges to seal.
  10. Brush the top crust lightly with water and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
  11. Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
  12. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  13. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

108g

Fat

18g

Carbs

15g

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