Hey there foodies,
Do you ever find yourself craving a slice of delicious apple pie, but don’t have the time to whip up a fresh one? Well, fear not my friends, because I have a solution that will satisfy all your pie cravings without any of the fuss!
Introducing the Freezer Apple Pie! Yes, you heard me right. You can now freeze your favorite apple pie recipe and enjoy it whenever you want, without sacrificing any of that homemade goodness.
But wait, how do we freeze apple pie slices, you ask? Well, I’ve got you covered with this simple guide.
First, let’s start with the basics. You’ll need some apple pie filling, a pie crust, a pie dish, and some freezer-safe bags or containers.
Next, assemble your pie crust in the pie dish and add your apple pie filling. Don’t be afraid to pile it on nice and high, the more apples the better, am I right?
Once your pie is assembled, cover it tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and pop it in the freezer for a few hours until it’s fully frozen.
Now comes the fun part. Take your frozen pie out of the freezer and slice it up into individual portions. Each slice should be about a quarter inch thick, so you can get as many servings as possible out of your frozen pie.
Next, wrap each slice in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Don’t forget to label them with the date and type of pie so you don’t lose track!
And now, when the craving for apple pie strikes, simply take a slice out of the freezer, unwrap it, and pop it in the microwave for a quick defrost. You can enjoy it cold or heat it up for a delicious, warm treat.
But wait, there’s more! If you’re feeling extra fancy, you can even make your own homemade pie filling using this Southern Apple Pie Recipe.
For the crust:
– 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1 teaspoon of sugar
– 1 cup of unsalted butter (cold and cut into small pieces)
– 1/4 to 1/2 cup of ice water
For the filling:
– 6 cups of thinly sliced apples
– 3/4 cup of sugar
– 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
– 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the cold butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly.
3. Add the ice water slowly, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
4. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap them in plastic wrap and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. In another mixing bowl, combine the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
6. Roll out one disk of dough and lay it in a 9-inch pie dish.
7. Add the apple mixture to the pie crust and dot with butter.
8. Roll out the second disk of dough and lay it on top of the apple mixture. Trim the edges and crimp them.
9. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
10. Bake the pie for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
And there you have it, folks! A delicious, homemade apple pie that you can freeze and enjoy anytime you want.
So, what are you waiting for? Get baking and enjoy the sweet taste of homemade apple pie, any time, any place.
Happy baking!
