german apple pie recipe

If you’re looking for a deliciously sweet and savory treat, then get ready to whip up a batch of German Apple Pie! This scrumptious pie is easy to make and sure to please both your taste buds and your tummy. And if you’re looking for a little extra pizzazz, try out our Easy German Apple Streusel Pie, which adds a crunchy and buttery streusel topping to the mix!

German Apple Pie

Let’s start with the classic German Apple Pie, shall we? This recipe may be easy to make, but don’t be fooled – it packs a punch of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 pastry shell (9 inches)
• 6 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, unroll pastry sheet. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge.
2. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt; stir into apple mixture. Fold in cream. Pour into crust. Dot with butter.
3. Bake 60-65 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 8 servings.

Easy German Apple Streusel Pie

Now, if you’re looking for a little something extra, then our Easy German Apple Streusel Pie is just what the doctor ordered. This delicious twist on the classic pie adds a crunchy and buttery streusel topping that will leave you wanting more!

Ingredients:

• 1 pastry shell (9 inches)
• 6 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
• 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, unroll pastry sheet. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge.
2. In a large bowl, toss apples with sugar and flour. Pour into crust.
3. In a small bowl, combine oats and butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over apple mixture.
4. Bake 60-65 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 8 servings.

So there you have it, folks – two deliciously sweet and savory pies that are sure to satisfy any craving. So why wait? Whip up a batch of German Apple Pie or Easy German Apple Streusel Pie today and treat your taste buds to something special!