Grandma-Style Apple Custard Pie

Grandma-Style Apple Custard Pie

Overview

This apple custard pie is inspired by traditional homemade apple desserts that many people remember from childhood. It’s simple to prepare, wonderfully aromatic, and perfect to enjoy as a weekend treat or with a warm cup of tea.

Apple Custard Pie Recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 eggs

• 250 g ricotta

• 270 g flour

• 15 g sugar

• 1 packet baking powder

• 40 ml oil

• 3 apples

• Sugar for topping

Instructions

1. Prepare the custard:
   Cook a basic custard using milk, egg yolk, and sugar. Set aside and allow it to cool completely.

2. Mix the batter:
   Add ricotta and sugar into a bowl and blend well. Mix in the eggs, then the oil. An electric mixer may make this step easier.

3. Add dry ingredients:
   Gradually incorporate the flour and baking powder, mixing gently from bottom to top.

4. Prepare the pan:
   Grease and flour a 22 cm detachable baking tin. Pour in the batter and spread evenly.

5. Add apples and custard:
   Arrange sliced apples over the batter, then pour the cooled custard on top.

6. Bake:
   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 35 minutes until the surface is golden.

7. Finishing touches:
   Allow the pie to cool, then sprinkle lightly with sugar.

Tip:
Placing the apple slices before the custard helps them stay near the surface rather than sinking during baking.

Storage

Store the pie in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Longer storage is not recommended due to the custard.

Quick Apple Muffin-Style Tray Bake

Ingredients

• 2.5 kg apples (e.g., Boskop)

• 320 g sugar

• 3 tbsp sugar

• 2 tsp cinnamon

• 1 lemon

• 500 g semolina

• 500 g flour

• 3 tsp baking powder

• 200 g cold butter

• Powdered sugar for dusting

Preparation

1. Prepare the apples:
   Wash, core, and grate the apples. Add lemon juice, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and cinnamon.

2. Mix dry ingredients:
   Combine semolina, flour, baking powder, and remaining sugar.

3. Layer the dessert:
   Grease a 35 × 24 cm tin and dust lightly with flour.
   Spread one-third of the dry mixture on the bottom, followed by half of the apples.
   Repeat the layering, finishing with the dry mixture.

4. Add butter and bake:
   Distribute small pieces of butter over the surface.
   Bake at 180°C for 55 minutes or until golden brown.

5. Serve:
   Let cool and dust with powdered sugar.

Cheesy Beef Empanadas (Comfort Food Snack)

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 cup shredded cheese

• Ready-made empanada dough

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Salt and pepper

• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

2. Add beef and seasonings; cook until browned.

3. Remove from heat, mix in cheese, and allow to cool slightly.

4. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

5. Fill dough circles with the beef mixture, fold, and seal edges.

6. Fry until golden, about 3–4 minutes per side.

7. Drain on paper towels and brush lightly with egg wash for shine.

8. Serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.

Easy French Apple Dessert (Only 1 Cup of Milk Needed)

This simple French-style dessert uses just a few basic ingredients yet delivers a soft, fragrant cake with a delicate apple flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 apples

• 1 cup milk

• 100 g flour

• 20 g oil

• 5 eggs

• 1 tsp sugar

• A pinch of cinnamon

Preparation

1. Peel and chop the apples.

2. Cook them in a pan with sugar and cinnamon until soft, then mash into a thick purée.

3. In a bowl, whisk together flour and eggs. Add oil and milk until smooth.

4. Stir the apple mixture into the batter.

5. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes.

6. Let cool before slicing. Dust with cinnamon or powdered sugar if desired.

Tips:

• Use sweet apple varieties for the best flavor.

• Add a splash of extra milk if the batter becomes too thick.

• Allow the dessert to cool fully for easy slicing.

• Simple and Quick Shrimp Tart Recipe

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  Ingredients

  • 155 g all-purpose flour

  • 75 g cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

  • A drizzle of olive oil

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 1 onion, roughly chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced

  • 500 g shrimp

  • Salt to taste

  • Juice of ½ lemon

  • 4 eggs

  • 100 g fresh cream

  • 150 g grated cheese

  • A pinch of nutmeg

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

  Preparation

  1. Prepare the tart crust

  Place the flour, butter, and a small pinch of salt into a large bowl.
  Rub the ingredients together with your fingertips until the mixture has a sandy texture.

  Add the egg yolk and continue mixing until a dough begins to form.
  Shape it into a ball, wrap it in plastic film, and refrigerate for 1 hour.

  Once chilled, roll out the dough with a rolling pin and fit it into your tart pan.
  Prick the bottom with a fork, refrigerate for 15 minutes, then pre-bake in a 180°C (350°F) oven for about 10 minutes.

  2. Prepare the shrimp filling

  Heat a little olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  Add the shrimp, cook briefly, season with salt, and drizzle with lemon juice. Set aside.

  3. Prepare the egg mixture

  In a bowl, whisk the eggs together with the cream.
  Mix in the grated cheese, salt, nutmeg, and chopped parsley.

  Fold the cooked shrimp into this mixture and pour everything over the pre-baked crust.

  Bake in a preheated 200°C (390°F) oven for 30 minutes or until golden.

  Sugar-Free and Gluten-Free Cake: A Healthy Snack Option

  If you’re looking for a light, healthy, and naturally sweet treat, this sugar-free and gluten-free cake is an excellent choice. It’s ideal for anyone avoiding sugar or gluten but still wanting a delicious homemade dessert.

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      Ingredients

  • 4 eggs

  • 150 g rice flour

  • 150 g cornstarch

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 150 ml lactose-free or plant-based milk

  • 150 ml sunflower oil

  • Vanilla extract to taste

  • Natural sweetener (such as stevia) to taste

  How to Prepare the Cake

  1. Beat the eggs

  Whisk the eggs in a bowl until foamy. Add the sweetener and continue mixing until the mixture is smooth.

  2. Add the liquid ingredients

  Pour in the milk, sunflower oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until evenly combined.

  3. Add the dry ingredients

  Gradually add the rice flour, cornstarch, and baking powder (previously sifted).
  Stir gently until the batter becomes smooth and lump-free.

  4. Transfer to a baking pan

  Grease a baking pan and dust lightly with flour.
  Pour in the batter and level the surface.

  5. Bake

  Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  6. Cool and serve

  Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then remove and place on a serving plate.
  Let it cool completely before slicing.

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