Gluten free Apple Pie

I agree that making the apple pie recipe is a bit of work. But the result is actually worth all the hard work. The problem that I find with the Gluten free pie is the crust part. Since our gluten free flour mix contains a lot of starch the crust tends to come out a bit stiff. I have made pies before too but I feel this particular pie crust turned out better than before. You guys give it a try and let me know how it came out.

I will be honest, this is not my recipe, I have used glutenfreepalat’s recipe. I have been following for years and I absolutely love her recipes.

A bit of pleasure for the summer; there is nothing better than a warm apple pie. It is something sweet and, of course, gluten-free and homemade. If you are lucky enough to find some apples that are so sweet, then you do not need to add sugar to them; we can make a delightful cake.

Summary:

Serving: 4

Prep time: 30 mins

Cook time: 50 mins

What Ingredients Do You Need To Make Gluten-free Apple Pie

Apple

Apples are considered to be one of the most exceptionally healthy fruits. It helps in weight loss, is good for your heart, and pectin, a prebiotic, is found in apples, feeds the good bacteria in our gut. The benefits of apples are many and countless. The reason why there is a saying that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and it is not at all exaggerated.

Tapioca starch

Tapioca starch contains no fat or cholesterol, making it a healthy option for people trying to limit their saturated fat and cholesterol intake. Tapioca flour is an excellent thickening that is better than arrowroot and potato starch. It gives gluten-free baked items a crisp exterior and a chewy texture. It is also a thickener in many dishes like homemade pudding, cookie dough, sauces, and gravies.

Nutmeg

Nutmeg usually adds to our dishes for the flavour and aroma. But little did we know that nutmeg contains a whole spectrum of health components. Nutmeg is considered to be a powerhouse of antioxidants. It benefits heart health and is capable of boosting your mood. Nutmeg has a warm, sweet flavour that complements a variety of sweet and savoury dishes.

Ingredients:

(Also Listing down the products/brands I used to make this pie).

For the filling:

• Apple: 6. (Any sweet sour apples. Peeled, cored & sliced. You can even use can use Granny Smith)
• White sugar: 1/2 cup
• Brown sugar: 1/4 cup
  
• Cinnamon powder: 1 teaspoon
  
• Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
• Tapioca starch: 3 tablespoon
  
• Xanthum gum: 2 tsp (don’t add if your flour mix already contains this)

For The Pie Crust:

• GF all-purpose flour: 3 cups (My personal favourite brand)

• Butter (cold): 1 cup. Cut into cubes.
• Milk cold: 8-10 tablespoon
• Salt: a pinch
• For the glaze on top:
• Milk: 2 tbsp OR 1 egg beaten for egg wash
• Sugar: for sprinkling

How to Make Apple Pie (Pastry)

Make the filling:

1. In a pan, add 1 tsp butter, diced apples, cinnamon powder, nutmeg, sugars, lemon juice, and tapioca flour.
2. Let the apples cook only a bit. We don’t want mushy apples. Cook for only a few minutes and remove from the stove. 
3. Let this cool down. (When slicing the apples, squeeze apples with lemon juice to prevent it from turning brown).

Make the Pie Crust:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter pieces into flour. The butter should resemble the size of small sugar cubes. Add milk slowly. Use your hands to work the milk into the dough. Work the dough till the butter mixes properly.
2. Preheat the oven at 180C.
3. Now divide the dough into 2 sections and cling film them. Leave them in the fridge to set.
4. After 15 mins take the dough packets out of the fridge and roll them each flat. Like 2 parathas. You will need butter paper to roll them.  Place one butter paper piece on the work surface, place the dough on it and place another butter paper on the dough, and roll them flat with the help of a rolling pin. You will make 2 round pieces, one will make the base of the pie and another will form the top of the pie.
5. Take the pie pan. Line the base with one pie pastry.
6. Add the apple filling to the pie pasty.
7. Place another pie pastry on top.
8. Pinch the sides and seal the apple pie.
9. Make some small holes on the top using a fork.
10. Egg wash the top of the pie or use the milk to brush the top of the pie also sprinkle sugar.
11. Place the pie in the pre-heated oven and cook for 50 mins. Cover the pie halfway to prevent it from over-browning.
12. After 50 mins, check the pie. Different ovens may take a little more or less time. Plz, check after 50 mins.
13. Take out the pie and let it cool down before you cut the pie.
14. Serve with vanilla ice cream. YUM!

Homemade Apple Pie

The apple pie is one of my favourites. The aroma of cinnamon, the crispy, buttery bottom, the juicy core, and the lemon frosting. I assure you; it is going to be finger-licking good. The apples are sweet, and the crust is flaky, tasty, and artistic. Moreover, it tastes yummy, refreshing, and creamy. You will feel the little pieces of apples while eating them. And it is something amazing to serve on the summer days. It will melt in your mouth!

Try These Other Gluten-free Pie Recipes

• No-bake Banoffee Pie Recipe
• Lemon Yogurt Pie Recipe
• Chicken Pie Recipe
• Shepherd’s Pie Recipe