Apple Butter Pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this delightful Apple Butter Pie. Combining the rich, bold taste of apple butter with a creamy custard filling, this pie is a unique twist on a classic dessert that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight treats, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures that bakers of all skill levels can create a show-stopping dessert. Serve it warm or chilled, and don’t forget to top it off with Maple Whipped Cream for an extra touch of sweetness!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (9-inch) spelt pie crust
- 1–¾ cups prepared apple butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- Pinch ground cloves
Instructions
- Prepare the spelt pie crust by rolling it into an 11-inch circle and fitting it into a 9-inch pie plate. Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes.
- Blind bake the crust at 375ºF for 20 minutes with weights, then remove weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together apple butter, heavy cream, eggs, brown sugar, spices, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the baked crust and bake at 325ºF for about 45-55 minutes until edges are puffed and center is slightly wobbly.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least six hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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