The Kentucky Apple Festival apple pie is a delicious preparation that reflects the tradition and festive atmosphere of this American state. Originating in the Kentucky region, this pie has become a symbol of fall celebrations and the apple harvest. In other Latin American countries, similar recipes may be called "apple tart" or "traditional apple pie," although each region adds its own touch. The apple as a main ingredient is common in many cultures, and this pie stands out for its homemade dough and the use of shortening and butter, which give it a unique texture and flavor.
Kentucky apple festival apple pie
How to prepare Kentucky Apple Festival apple pie
Ingredients: shortening, butter, flour, boiling water, salt, baking powder, granny smith apples, cinnamon, sugar.
Steps:
Dough: mix shortening, 1/3 cup of butter, and flour.
Add boiling water, salt, and baking powder.
Mix well.
Divide into 2 balls.
Place between 2 sheets of wax paper.
Roll out with a rolling pin.
Filling: peel, core, and slice the apples.
Lightly mix cinnamon and sugar with the apples.
Place in a pie dish covered with dough and add 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter in pieces.
Cover with the top crust.
Make slits for the steam to escape.
Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 45 to 60 minutes.
Ingredients (9)
- Shortening
- Butter
- Flour
- Boiling water
- Salt
- Baking powder
- Granny smith apples
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
Instructions (16 steps)
- 1 Dough: mix shortening
- 2 1/3 cup of butter and flour
- 3 Add boiling water
- 4 salt and baking powder
- 5 Mix well
- 6 Divide into 2 balls
- 7 Place between 2 sheets of wax paper
- 8 Roll out with a rolling pin
- 9 Filling: peel
- 10 core and slice the apples
- 11 Lightly mix cinnamon and sugar with the apples
- 12 Place in a pie dish covered with dough and put 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter in pieces
- 13 Cover with the top crust
- 14 Make slits for the steam to escape
- 15 Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes
- 16 then reduce the temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 45 to 60 minutes
Nutritional Information
Calories:
577 kcal
Protein:
0g
Carbohydrates:
56g
Fat:
38g
Azúcar:
0g
Sodio:
10mg