Description
This Apple Butter Pie with Cinnamon Whipped Cream is a comforting and flavorful dessert featuring a smooth, spiced apple butter filling baked in a flaky crust. Topped with a light and fluffy cinnamon-scented whipped cream, this pie offers a perfect balance of sweet and warm autumn flavors, ideal for festive occasions or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 cup apple butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
Cinnamon Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the pie.
- Mix Apple Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly until well blended and smooth.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Combine Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the heavy cream, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are fully combined into a smooth filling.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the apple butter mixture into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the Pie: Place the filled pie on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Prepare Cinnamon Whipped Cream: While the pie cools, chill a bowl and whisk the heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken.
- Add Sweeteners and Cinnamon: Add powdered sugar and ground cinnamon to the thickened cream, then continue whisking until soft peaks form, creating a light and fluffy whipped cream.
- Serve: Slice the cooled pie and serve each piece topped with a generous dollop of cinnamon whipped cream for a delightful finish.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and smooth filling.
- Using a baking sheet under the pie helps catch any spills and makes handling easier.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to allow the filling to set properly.
- The whipped cream is best served fresh. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container.
- For a deeper cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon on top when serving.
