Save A cozy, comforting tart featuring tender baked apples with warm spices, all nestled in a golden, custard-like base–no crust required. Perfect for showcasing seasonal apples.
This rustic crustless apple pie has become a family favorite during autumn. I love how easy it is to prepare yet full of comforting flavor.
Ingredients
- Apples: 4 large apples (about 700 g), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Filling: 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar; 1/3 cup (80 ml) whole milk; 1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Pinch of salt
- Topping: 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup (25 g) sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish or tart pan with butter.
- Step 2:
- Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and arrange them evenly in the prepared dish.
- Step 3:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the apples.
- Step 5:
- Drizzle melted butter over the top, sprinkle with brown sugar, and scatter sliced almonds, if using.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 35&40 minutes, or until the custard is set and lightly golden at the edges.
- Step 7:
- Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Save This pie often sparks happy memories at our family gatherings during fall holidays.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Try a mix of apple varieties for deeper flavor.
Required Tools
9-inch (23 cm) pie dish or tart pan, Mixing bowls, Whisk, Knife and cutting board
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 210, Total Fat 9 g, Carbohydrates 31 g, Protein 4 g
Save This crustless apple pie is a perfect blend of simplicity and heartwarming taste to enjoy any time of year.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of apples work best?
Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape well and balance the sweetness.
- → Can this dessert be made nut-free?
Yes, simply omit the sliced almonds or choose an alternative nut-free topping.
- → How should it be served?
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- → Can apples be mixed varieties?
Using a combination of apple types adds depth and complexity to the flavor.
- → What spices are used in the custard?
Cinnamon and nutmeg add warmth, enhancing the natural apple flavors in the custard base.