Rustic Crustless Apple Pie (Printable Version)

Tender baked apples in a spiced custard base, warm and comforting without a crust.

# What You'll Need:

→ Apples

01 - 4 large apples (approximately 24.7 oz), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Filling

03 - 3 large eggs
04 - 1/2 cup (7 oz) granulated sugar
05 - 1/3 cup (2.7 fl oz) whole milk
06 - 1/3 cup (2.7 fl oz) heavy cream
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch of salt

→ Topping

11 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1/4 cup (0.9 oz) sliced almonds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan with butter.
02 - Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and spread them evenly in the prepared dish.
03 - Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
04 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the arranged apples.
05 - Drizzle melted butter on top, sprinkle with brown sugar, and scatter sliced almonds if using.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the custard is set and the edges turn lightly golden.
07 - Let the tart cool at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple crustless design for easy prep
  • Warm spices enhance apple flavor
02 -
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence
  • Almonds can be swapped with pecans or omitted for a nut-free option
03 -
  • Use a mix of apple varieties for deeper flavor
  • Ensure custard is fully set but still slightly jiggly when removing from oven
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