Apple Shortbread Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pie Dough:
  • 1 3/4 cups (218g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks/226g) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup (59ml) ice water
• Filling:
  • 6 cups (900g) peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) cornstarch
• Shortbread Topping:
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground cinnamon

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Make the Pie Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut the butter in using a pastry cutter or two forks until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water and mix until just combined. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch. Toss until evenly coated.
3. Assemble the Pie: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) pie plate with parchment paper.
4. Roll out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough to an 11-inch (28cm) circle. Transfer the dough to the pie plate and trim the edges. Pour in the apple filling.
5. Make the Shortbread Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Use a fork to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Top the Pie: Sprinkle the shortbread topping evenly over the apples.
7. Bake: Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
8. Let Cool: Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (per slice, 1/8 of the pie):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 220mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Buttery, flaky crust
• Tart and sweet apple filling
• Crumbly shortbread topping
• Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any other Irish-themed celebration

User Comments:

• "This pie is absolutely delicious! The crust is the perfect combination of buttery and flaky, and the apple filling is perfectly tart and sweet. The shortbread topping adds a wonderful crunch that takes this pie to the next level."
• "I am not typically a fan of pie, but this one is an exception. The filling is perfectly balanced and the crust is so buttery and delicious. I would definitely recommend this pie to anyone who loves a good apple pie."
• "This pie is stunning! I made it for St. Patrick's Day and it was a huge hit. The green food coloring in the crust gives it a festive Irish flair."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To prevent the edges of the crust from burning, cover them with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
• Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow the filling to set.
• Serve the pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.