🍏 Apple Pie That Melts in Your Mouth (5-Minute Prep)
🌿 Description
This quick apple pie is incredibly soft, fragrant, and comforting. Juicy apples are folded into a light batter and baked until golden, creating a dessert that’s tender and almost melts in your mouth. It requires only a few simple ingredients and about 5 minutes of preparation, making it perfect when you want a homemade dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.
🛒 Ingredients
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2 large apples, peeled and sliced
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2 eggs
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½ cup sugar
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup milk
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¼ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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Powdered sugar for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a small baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the apples
Peel and slice the apples into thin pieces.
3. Make the batter
In a bowl whisk together eggs and sugar until slightly fluffy.
Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Mix dry ingredients
Stir in flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
5. Add apples
Fold the sliced apples into the batter.
6. Bake
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
7. Serve
Let the pie cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this apple pie with:
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A scoop of vanilla ice cream
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Whipped cream
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A drizzle of honey or caramel
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A cup of tea or coffee
❓ Q & A
Q: Which apples are best for this pie?
Firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work great.
Q: Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, you can reduce it to ⅓ cup if you prefer a lighter sweetness.
Q: Can I add nuts or raisins?
Absolutely! Walnuts, pecans, or raisins add great texture.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
Keep the pie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes. Replace the flour with gluten-free all-purpose flour.
✨ Tip: Sprinkle a little brown sugar and cinnamon on top before baking to create a lightly caramelized crust.
