Sour Cream Apple Pie Recipe
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Sour Cream Apple Pie Recipe
Description
The Sour Cream Apple Pie Recipe starts with a filling prepared by whisking sour cream, sugar, egg, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla. This mixture is folded with thinly sliced apples, which macerate to release juices before baking. A single pie crust contains the filling, arranged so the apples sit evenly without mounding high.
The baking process begins at a high temperature to set the crust and filling, then lowers for an extended bake. Partway through, a crumbly topping made from flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, chopped walnuts, and melted butter is added to give a streusel finish that adds texture and warmth.
This pie suits seasonal occasions and pairs well with whipped cream or ice cream. The recipe mentions several apple varieties that provide a balance of sweetness and tartness. The topping can be chilled before use to maintain its crumbly texture.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 1/4 cups sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg large
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon table salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4-5 cups apple peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 6 large apples
- 1 pie crust unbaked
Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon table salt
- 3/4 cup walnuts chopped
- 6 Tablespoons butter melted, salted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Whisk the sour cream, sugar, egg, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla together in a large bowl.
- Add the apples to the filling ingredients and stir them together. Set aside for 30 minutes to draw out some of the apple juices.
- Make and roll out the pie crust. Transfer to a 9-inch pie pan. Tuck the edges under and crimp in a decorative fashion.
- Fill the pie crust with the apple filling, layering the sliced apples so they don't mound too high in the center. Slowly pour any leftover filling juices over the apples to fill in the gaps.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake for another 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the topping by combining the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and walnuts in a bowl. Add the melted butter and stir with a fork until a crumbly streusel forms. Set in the fridge until ready to use.
- Once the pie has baked for 45 minutes total, sprinkle the streusel topping on top and bake for another 20 minutes until lightly browned. Cool for at least 3 hours before slicing and serving. Refrigerate any leftovers.
Notes
- Use a mix of apple varieties such as Opal, Envy, Fuji, Granny Smith, Pink Lady, or Honeycrisp for balanced flavor and texture.
- Chill the streusel topping before adding it to the pie to help it stay crumbly while baking.
- Ensure the apples are sliced uniformly about 1/4 inch thick for even cooking.
- Layer apples evenly in the pie to avoid an overly mounded center.
- Allow some sitting time after mixing filling to draw out apple juices for better moisture balance.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 554 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 554kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 69g | 23% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 349mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 40g | 80% |
| Vitamin A | 553IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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