rhubarb apple pie recipe

If you’re looking for the perfect dessert to serve on a cool autumn day, this apple rhubarb pie is just the ticket. With a warm, flaky crust and a combination of sweet and tart flavors, it’s a treat that is sure to please your taste buds.

Apple Rhubarb Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup vegetable shortening
• 5-6 tbsp cold water
• 1 cup rhubarb, diced
• 2 cups tart apples, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tbsp butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball.
4. Divide the dough in half and roll out each half to fit the bottom and top of a 9-inch pie dish.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the rhubarb, apples, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Pour into the prepared pie crust and dot with butter.
6. Cover with the second rolled-out crust and crimp the edges together.
7. With a sharp knife, cut a few slits in the top crust to allow for steam to escape while baking.
8. Bake for 1 hour or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Double Crusted Apple & Rhubarb Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
• 5-6 tbsp ice water
• 2 cups diced apples
• 2 cups diced rhubarb
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 egg, beaten

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
4. Divide the dough in half and roll out each half on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
5. In another bowl, combine the diced apples and rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour into the prepared pie crust.
6. Cover with the second rolled-out crust and crimp the edges together.
7. Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg and make a few cuts in the top crust to allow for steam to escape while baking.
8. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

There you have it, two delicious recipes for apple rhubarb pie that are perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy a slice for breakfast with a cup of coffee. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, this pie is sure to make your taste buds happy.