Description
This Apple Butter Pie is a rich and spiced dessert featuring a buttery homemade crust filled with a creamy apple butter custard. With warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this pie is a perfect treat for fall or any cozy occasion, delivering a luscious and smooth texture that pairs beautifully with whipped cream or ice cream.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 3–5 tablespoons ice water
- Or substitute with a store-bought pie crust for convenience
Filling
- 1 cup apple butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the chilled, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Ice Water: Gradually add 3 to 5 tablespoons of ice water, stirring until the dough just comes together. Avoid overworking the dough to keep it tender.
- Chill the Dough: Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up and make it easier to roll out.
- Roll Out and Fit Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer it carefully to the dish, trim any excess dough, and crimp the edges decoratively.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the apple butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the smooth apple butter filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center is set and does not jiggle. To prevent the crust edges from over-browning, cover them with foil halfway through baking if needed.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Serve slices with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Use a store-bought pie crust as a convenient shortcut if short on time.
- Chilling the dough is essential for a tender, flaky crust.
- Cover the crust edges with foil during baking to avoid burning.
- Allow the pie to cool fully before slicing to ensure the filling sets properly.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
