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Apple Custard Pie with Cinnamon Streusel

Apple Custard Pie with Cinnamon Streusel
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of our Apple Custard Pie with Cinnamon Streusel. This delightful dessert reimagines the classic apple pie by layering creamy custard over tender, spiced apples, all encased in a flaky crust and topped with a crunchy cinnamon streusel. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home, this pie is not only delicious but visually impressive when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Its balance of sweet and tart flavors will surely make it a hit at any occasion. Experience the perfect blend of textures and flavors that this irresistible pie brings to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 deep pie crust (9-inch)
  • 5 large apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 lemon (juiced)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 & 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 6 tablespoons flour (for custard)
  • 1/2 cup flour (for streusel)
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (for streusel)
  • 1/4 cup sugar (for streusel)
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter (for streusel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Prepare the pie crust in a deep pie plate and set aside.
  3. Thinly slice the peeled apples and toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. Cook apples in a skillet with butter, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until tender.
  5. Pour cooked apples into the prepared crust.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, egg yolks, vanilla, sugar, and flour until smooth.
  7. Pour custard mixture over apples.
  8. Bake for about 20 minutes; lower temperature to 375°F.
  9. Prepare streusel: combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, sugar; mix in cold butter until crumbly.
  10. Sprinkle streusel on top of the pie; cover edges if necessary.
  11. Bake an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
  12. Cool for at least an hour before serving.

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