Romanian Apple Pie

Discover the delightful essence of a traditional Romanian Apple Pie, a dessert that beautifully balances rustic charm and delicious sophistication. This recipe features a buttery, crumbly crust filled with a luscious spiced apple filling, made with freshly grated apples, warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar for natural sweetness. The dough is crafted from simple pantry staples, chilled for perfect texture, and layered to create a golden crust that encases the tender apple filling. The preparation is straightforward yet rewarding, requiring just 25 minutes of prep time before baking to golden perfection. Whether dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish or enjoyed plain, this Romanian Apple Pie makes a comforting dessert or tea-time treat, serving up to eight people. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a simple, homestyle dessert, this pie brings a piece of Romanian tradition to your table with its heartwarming flavors and aromatic appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 kilogram Apples (peeled and grated)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 75 grams Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the cold butter (cut into cubes) into the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar, then add the egg and mix until a soft dough forms. Split the dough into two equal portions, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a large skillet, cook the grated apples over medium heat until softened and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 8 minutes.

Step 6

Add the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the softened apples, stirring well. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.

Step 7

Roll out one portion of the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit the bottom of the baking dish. Carefully transfer it to the prepared dish, pressing it into the corners.

Step 8

Spread the cooled apple filling evenly over the bottom crust.

Step 9

Roll out the second portion of dough and place it over the apple filling. Trim any excess dough and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to prick holes over the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top crust is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, and slice into squares or rectangles for serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1710.4 grams (1710.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3551

Total Fat 141.30g	181%
Saturated Fat 77.80g	389%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 552mg	184%
Sodium 1796mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 562.70g	205%
Dietary Fiber 22.50g	80%
Total Sugars 307.10g
Protein 41.80g	84%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 248mg	19%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 1614mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 61.0%