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Mock Apple Pie
Mock Apple Pie began as a thrifty way to make a sweet treat from pantry staples in the late 1800s, but became popular during the privations of the 1930s. It stayed popular, though, because of its homey, comforting deliciousness.
👥 8 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 55 min⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 45 min👤 Mary Younkin📖 chocolatewithgrace
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pan
- oven
- saucepan
- bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place the pie crust in a pie pan and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom of the crust a few times with a fork. Set aside.
2
To make the filling: Combine the water, lemon juice, sugar, cream of tartar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
water2 cupslemon juice1 tablespoonsugar1 cup½ cup packed brown sugarcream of tartar2 teaspoons
3
Drop in whole crackers and boil for ⏱️ 3 minutes - do not stir. Remove from the heat and carefully pour the mixture into the pie shell.
4
To make the topping: Place the crushed crackers, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon in a medium-sized bowl. Stir to combine. Sprinkle the topping over the pie filling.
sugar1 cup½ cup packed brown sugar
5
Bake for ⏱️ 15 minutes at 425°F. Reduce the heat to 375°F and bake for an additional ⏱️ 15 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
calories
408 kcal
fat Content
18 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
1 g
sugar Content
40 g
sodium Content
321 mg
protein Content
3 g
trans Fat Content
1 g
cholesterol Content
20 mg
carbohydrate Content
61 g
saturated Fat Content
8 g
unsaturated Fat Content
9 g
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