Ingredients and Weight:
- Pie crust mix: 1 (15-ounce) package
- Water: 1/4 cup
- Granny Smith apples: 4 cups (peeled, sliced)
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Cream cheese: 1 (8-ounce) package, softened
- Sour cream: 1 cup
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare pie crust mix according to package directions with 1/4 cup water. Roll out and fit into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim edges.
- In a large bowl, combine apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss to combine. Pour into prepared pie crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over apples.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is set.
Nutritional Information:
Per slice (1/8 of pie):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and flavorful filling
- Tender, flaky crust
- Warm and comforting dessert
User Comments:
- "This pie was a hit with my family! The filling was perfectly sweet and tangy, and the crust was so buttery and flaky."
- "I love that this recipe uses Granny Smith apples because they give the pie a nice balance of tartness and sweetness."
- "I've made this pie several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect way to end a special meal."
- "I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of my slice and it was heavenly!"
- "This pie is so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To prevent the crust from burning, cover the edges with aluminum foil after 20 minutes of baking.
- If you don't have Granny Smith apples, you can use another variety of tart apples, such as McIntosh or Honeycrisp.
- For a creamier filling, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
