Rustic Crustless Apple (Print Version)

Tender baked apples with warm spices in a golden custard base, perfect for showcasing seasonal fruits.

# What You'll Need:

→ Apples

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

→ Filling

03 - 3 large eggs
04 - 1/2 cup (7.1 tbsp) 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)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan with butter.
02 - Toss sliced apples with lemon juice and evenly spread in prepared dish.
03 - Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
04 - Pour custard mixture evenly over apples in dish.
05 - Drizzle melted butter over the surface, sprinkle brown sugar, and scatter sliced almonds if desired.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until custard is set and edges are lightly golden.
07 - Allow to cool at least 15 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Cozy comforting tart
  • Showcases seasonal apples
02 -
  • Contains eggs milk and nuts if using almonds
  • Try a mix of apple varieties for deeper flavor
03 -
  • Use tart apple varieties for balanced sweetness
  • Let the pie cool to set the custard properly
Go Back