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Apple pie with yogurt dough and shortcrust pastry shell

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for a tasty Apple pie with yogurt dough and shortcrust pastry shell.

Ingredients

For the shortcrust pastry:

  • 300 g of type “00” flour
  • 150 g of cold butter, cubed
  • 100 g of powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • A pinch of salt

For the filling:

  • 4 large apples (such as Golden or Fuji)
  • 150 g of granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 250 g of whole white yogurt (Greek is better)
  • 1 lemon (grated zest)
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start with the shortcrust pastry by placing the flour and cold butter in a bowl. Work quickly with your fingertips to get a sandy mixture.
  2. Add the powdered sugar, the pinch of salt, and the egg. Knead quickly until smooth. Wrap the dough in cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In the meantime, prepare the filling. Peel the apples, remove the cores, and slice them thinly. If you wish, sprinkle with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until frothy. Add the yogurt, cornstarch, grated lemon zest, and cinnamon. Mix well until the filling is smooth and homogeneous.
  5. Roll out the shortcrust pastry with a rolling pin on a floured surface, trying to create a thin disk that can cover a pie dish (preferably with a removable bottom).
  6. Transfer the pastry to the dish and prick the bottom with a fork. Arrange the apple slices evenly on the bottom and pour the yogurt mixture over them.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 45-50 minutes, or until the pie is golden and the filling is set.
  8. Let the pie cool before serving it. If desired, you can dust with a little powdered sugar before serving.

Curiosity

This variant of apple pie is distinguished by its creaminess due to the use of yogurt, which brings a touch of freshness to the dish. The cinnamon added to the filling isn’t essential but is recommended to enhance the autumnal flavor of the apples. In Italy, apple pie is a classic comfort food, perfect for any time of the day, from breakfast to after dinner, possibly accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.