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mom’s flat apple pie


  • Author: Sarah White
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1215 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rustic, family-style apple pie with a flaky crust, juicy apples, and a crunchy cornflake layer that keeps every bite perfectly crisp.


Ingredients

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  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups shortening
  • 1 egg yolk, plus enough milk to make 1 cup of liquid
  • 23 handfuls cornflakes
  • 68 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 3/41 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in egg yolk and milk mixture until dough forms. Divide in half and chill 30 minutes. 
  2. Roll out one portion of dough to fit a large baking sheet. Place it on the sheet as the bottom crust. 
  3. Sprinkle cornflakes evenly over the crust to create a barrier for the apple juices. 
  4. Toss apple slices with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread evenly over the cornflakes. 
  5. Roll out the second portion of dough and place over the apples. Seal edges and cut small slits on top for steam. 
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes, until crust is golden brown and apples are tender. Cool slightly before slicing into squares.

Notes

Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days. Reheat slices in the oven for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American