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If you don’t have a favorite fall dessert or apple pie recipe you need one. This granny smith apple pie recipe is a keeper all year round. We’ll show you how to make apple pie. This a simple apple pie recipe that anyone can make. No taking hours to soak your apples. The apple pie filling turns out perfectly. The combination of sweet and tart and flakey goodness is perfection. Just look at it!

granny smith apple pie with a golden pie crust, one slice missing. Counter surrounding pie has 2 cut apples, some nutmegs and cinnamon sticks and a metal tool for shredding the nutmeg.

For this simple apple pie recipe you can make your own flaky crust (we love Stef’s pie crust recipe) or buy a double pie crust if you want. We love the homemade crust and it’s really quick to make!

The best apple pie recipe has a top crust. You can make them with fancy cutouts or just leave them plain. Isn’t that little apple pie cutout adorable? If you have more than one pie on the counter it’s an easy way to identify which one has the apple pie filling.

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: flaky homemade pie crust with succulent and delicious granny smith apple pie filling
  • Main Ingredients: apples, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, salt, butter, spices, pie crust
  • Cooking Method: oven baked
  • Cooking Time: 30 minutes prep time, 45 minutes cook time
  • Pairs well with: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream
  • Diets: vegetarian
  • Special Equipment Needed: pie pan, pastry blender, apple slicer
apple pie with a golden pie crust, slice missing
slice of apple pie with vanilla ice cream scoop

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this best apple pie recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this classic apple pie recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Best Apple Pie Ingredients

  • 6 cups apple slices (Granny Smith or Pippin)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ – ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • dash salt
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 2 unbaked pie crusts

Variations and Substitutions

Apples: We love using granny smith apples, however, if you like using a different type of apple make sure to pick tart apples. Moreover, you can also use a combination of apples. You can find more detailed information on how to pick the best apples below.

Sugar: We use granulated sugar in this pie. If you prefer, you can use a combination of brown and white sugar.

Spices: Substitute homemade apple pie spice mix for cinnamon and nutmeg.

Lemon: You’ll need a little lemon juice to prevent the apples from turning brown. Fresh or bottled is fine.

Possible Variations:

  • Carmel Apple Pie: Drizzle a little caramel over the finished pie. Yum!
  • Cinnamon Roll Pie Crust: Mix 1 cup of granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Spread 1 tablespoon of softened butter onto your rectangular shaped rolled out pie crust then distribute half your cinnamon and sugar on top (you’ll do this for 2 pie crusts). Next, roll the dough into a log shape, Pinch the ends to seal it up then wrap in a plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour. Next, slice each log into ½”-thick rounds. Then flour the rolling surface and arrange the cinnamon roll rounds into a tight circle. Lightly flour and roll it out to a round pie crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Cranberry Apple Pie: Omit come apple and add 2 cups of cranberries to your apple pie filling.
  • Cheddar Cheese Apple Pie: If you love cheese and apples try this cheddar crust with your apple pie filling.
granny smith apple pie ingredients on a cutting board

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this perfect apple pie recipe with granny smith apples, try our Spiked Apple Cider. A warm, spiced spiked apple cider with hints of orange, cinnamon, anise, and cranberries spiked with the subtle sweetness of Tuaca.

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Pastry Blender — We love using this pastry blender to work butter into flour and sugar. Works quick and keeps the mess to a minimum.

Apple Slicer – We love this easy to use apple slicer, because it makes cutting up apples for fruit salad, apple pies or apple crisps so much quicker.

Pie Plate – This recipe requires a 9-inch pie plate. We love using this pie pan, because it comes with a lid for easy storage and transportation of pies. Moreover, it is also freezer safe, in case you are planning on freezing your pie.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook this easy apple pie recipe in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly, peel, remove cores, and slice the apples. Then squeeze lemon juice over the apples and toss to prevent browning. Afterwards preheat oven to 425°F and prepare one unbaked pie crust by rolling and fitting it into a 9″ pie dish.

how to make apple pie instruction images - apples sliced and mixed with sugar and cinnamon to make apple pie filling

MAKE APPLE PIE FILLING: In a large bowl, add sugar, flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt to the apples and toss to combine well.

how to make apple pie instruction images - apple slices mixed with seasonings in a clear glass bowl poured into prepared pie crust

ASSEMBLE PIE: Afterward pour apple mixture into the prepared pie pan lined with the unbaked bottom crust. Then cut butter into small pieces and place over the top of the apple mixture.

how to make apple pie instruction images - apple pie slices in pie crust, next image of pie crust and rolling pin rolling out top pie crust

COVER PIE: With a rolling pin, roll out second piece of pie dough on a lightly floured surface. Then center it over the top of the pie. Seal top and bottom crusts together around the edges. Then sprinkle the top crust with additional sugar, if desired. Cut slits with a sharp knife (or a cute shape) into the top of the pie to allow the steam to escape while cooking.

how to make apple pie instruction images - Little red apple cookie cutter on top of rolled out pie crust. Then pie crust on top of pie uncooked.

BAKE: Then bake the double-crust pie for 40-50 minutes on the middle oven rack, until the apple filling is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Protect the crusts of the pie with strips of aluminum foil to prevent them from over-browning.

how to make apple pie instruction images - uncooked apple pie on counter near ingredients (cinnamon sticks, nugmeg, apple) displayed on counter as decoration.

SERVE: Allow pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. We love Andrea’s no-churn vanilla bean ice cream.

apple pie with a golden pie crust
slice of apple pie with vanilla ice cream scoop

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love homemade apple pie with ice cream then you’ll love Andrea’s Apple Pie Ice Cream. This rich and creamy apple pie ice cream recipe can be made with an ice cream maker or without as a no-churn ice cream.

How To Choose Apple For A Simple Apple Pie Recipe

Baking apples are often different than the apples you’d choose to eat. We love the Granny Smith apple pie because of the apple’s tartness. They hold up well after baking, which is important. We love the Pippin apple for the same reason. It’s firmness makes it perfect for baking. It’s highly aromatic, rich flavor is just what you want in a pie.

If you want something a little sweeter, try the Honeycrisp apple. It is extra crisp and holds up well after baking, too. I also love baking with the Golden Delicious apple. It’s sweet and bakes well but will become a little softer than some other varieties when baked.

Stef says….

Another one of my favorite apple desserts is Apple Bread Pudding. Each bite is warm, chewy, and melt in your mouth delicious.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best apple pie recipe.

  • Tip: Use slightly sweet and tart apples such as granny smith or pippin.
  • Tip: Make your own apple pie crust. It doesn’t take long to make a quick pie crust recipe, but it makes all the difference when it comes to flakiness and flavor.
  • Tip: Don’t let the top of your pie brown too fast. Cover the top edge with aluminum foil, to keep the crust from catching.

More Apple Recipes

When apple season rolls around and farmers markets are bursting with juicy apples we love turning them into perfect autumn desserts. Here are some of our best apple recipes:

More Fruit Pie Recipes

Another one of our dessert favorites during the summer months are fruity hand pies. These classic American treats combine a sweet and flaky crust with a flavorful and juicy fruit filling. 

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store apple pie leftovers tightly wrapped with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The FDA will tell you that it will last 3-4 days but for the best taste you’ll want to eat it within 2 days.

Freeze: Once your pie is completely cool, double wrap in aluminum foil or store in a freezer safe container or freezer bag. Label then freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: The best way to thaw apple pie is in the fridge overnight. Alternatively, you can keep it on the counter for a couple of hours.

How To Reheat

In case you prefer eating homemade apple pie warm, pop it in the microwave for a couple of seconds.

apple pie with a golden pie crust

Common Questions

How do you make apple pie healthier?

We’re firm believers in just eating smaller portions rather than sacrificing taste. But if you must, use less sugar or a sugar substitute and omit the butter.

How to make apple pie gluten free?

I love a good gluten free flour mix as a substitute for all purpose flour. I usually Use Cup 4 Cup or King Arthur’s brands of gluten free flour mix. Sometimes a dessert needs more than that to make the gluten free version work well. Try this gluten free pie crust recipe (or buy a gluten free crust) and substitute your gluten free flour for the flour in this recipe.

How to make apple pie vegan/dairy free?

Use Stef’s oil pie crust recipe. Then substitute your favorite butter alternative for the 2 tablespoons required in the apple pie filling recipe.

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Granny Smith Apple Pie Recipe

Classic apple pie recipe with the perfect balance of tart apples and a sweet filling in a sugar-sprinkled crust. Make this delicious apple pie dessert to accompany any meal.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword apple pie recipe, granny smith apple pie, homemade apple pie recipe, perfect apple pie
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 309kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • pie plate
  • apple slicer
  • mixing bowl
  • knife and cutting board
  • Rolling Pin

Ingredients

  • 6 cups sliced apples Granny Smith or Pippin
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½-¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • dash salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 unbaked pie crusts

Instructions

  • Peel, remove cores, and slice the apples.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Prepare one unbaked pie crust by rolling and fitting it into a 9" pie plate.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over the apples and toss to prevent browning.
  • Add sugar, flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt to the apples and toss to combine well.
  • Pour apple mixture into a prepared, unbaked pie crust.
  • Cut butter into small pieces and place over the top of the apple mixture.
  • Roll out second unbaked pie crust and center over the top of the pie. Seal top and bottom crusts together around the edges.
  • Sprinkle the top of the pie with additional sugar, if desired. Cut slits (or a cute shape) into the top of the pie to allow the steam to escape while cooking.
  • Bake for 40-50 minutes, until the pie is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Protect the crusts of the pie with strips of aluminum foil to prevent them from over-browning.
  • Allow pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Follow these tips to make the best apple pie recipe:
  • Use slightly sweet and tart apples such as granny smith or pippin.
  • Make your own apple pie crust. It doesn’t take long to make a quick pie crust recipe, but it makes all the difference when it comes to flakiness and flavor.
  • Don’t let the top of your pie brown too fast. Cover the top edge with aluminum foil, to keep the crust from catching.

Nutrition

Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

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]]> There is nothing better than the fragrant aroma of a freshly baked apple pie. If you also love everything apple pie, then our homemade apple pie spice mix is the perfect recipe for you. This homemade spice blend is a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and cardamom that comes together in less than 5 minutes. It does not only taste amazing in apple pie, but can also be added to apple crisp, apple turnovers, apple muffins or even fruit salad. This is the best homemade version of apple pie spice that adds just the right amount of cozy fall flavors to your favorite apple recipes.

bowl of apple pie spice with fresh apples in the background

What is Apple Pie Spice?

Traditionally, apple pie spice is a blend of warm spices such as cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice and cardamom. Even though it is called apple PIE spice, you can use it in many other dishes besides apple pie filling. Apple spice tastes great in apple turnovers, fried apples, apple bread pudding or apple muffins.

glass bowl of apple pie seasoning with a wooden spoon

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: fragrant spice blend that takes all your favorite fall and apple desserts to the next level
  • Main Ingredients: cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, ground ginger, ground cardamom
  • Cooking Method: no bake
  • Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
  • Pairs well with: apple pie, apple cider, apple turnovers, apple crisps or any other apple dessert
  • Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan
  • Special Equipment Needed: small bowl, small whisk
bowl of apple pie spice with fresh apples and whole cloves

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this apple pie spice recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the local grocery store! If this is your first time making this easy homemade apple pie spice you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Apple Pie Spice Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Variations and Substitutions

Ground Cloves: You can also add some ground cloves to this blend of spices if you like.

ingredients for apple pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, cardamom

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this homemade apple pie spice recipe, try adding it to our amazing Fall Fruit Salad. This colorful fruit salad is full of apples and citrus flavors. A homemade dressing adds sweetness and warm fall spices.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade apple pie spice substitute.

Instructions

This section shows how to make apple pie seasoning, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MIX SPICES: Firstly, add all the spices to a dry glass mixing bowl and then whisk until blended. Afterwards use directly in a recipe or store in an airtight container or spice jar until ready to use.

mixed up apple pie seasoning in a glass bowl

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love scrumptious apple desserts then you’ll love our Apple and Blackberry Crumble. It’s a delicious sweet and tart dessert with a crumble topping.

Andrea says….

I love using this flavorful combination of spices for my delicious Apple Pie Ice Cream!

Recipe Tips

Follow these expert tips to make your own apple pie spice mix.

  • Tip: Make sure your spices are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your spices are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
  • Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
  • Tip: Store homemade apple pie spice in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

What To Make With Apple Pie Spice

There are countless ways of using this scrumptious substitute for apple pie spice.

We love using it for our favorite apple desserts such as Granny Smith Apple Pie, Apple Crisp without Oats, Apple Turnovers, Dutch Caramel Apple Pie or Apple Blackberry Crumble.

It also tastes great in our Fall Fruit Salad, Andrea’s Apple Pull Apart Bread or Stef’s Apple Cheesecake Bars, Pumpkin Apple Muffins and Fried Apples. You can even use it to flavor our Spiked Apple Cider.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

It is surprisingly easy to make the most delicious homemade spice mixes with pantry staples that you probably already have at home. They are so much better than store-bought versions. Here are some of our favorite seasoning blends:

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your own apple pie spice substitute right away, store your own spice blend in an airtight container, ziploc bag, spice jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your own blend of apple pie seasoning in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, the apple pie spice blend will last for up to 2 years.

apple pie seasoning in a glass bowl with fresh apples, whole cloves and whole allspice

Common Questions

How do I turn this homemade apple pie spice substitute into a gift?

A jar of apple pie spice makes a great gift for family, friends or co-workers during the apple and fall season. Simply make a big batch of substitute apple pie seasoning and fill it in cute little spice jars, small mason jars or other tightly sealed containers. Add a homemade or handwritten label and decorate with a ribbon and cinnamon stick if you like.

Are there other ways to use apple pie spice besides baked goods and apple desserts?

Besides all things apple pie, you can use this blend of ground spices to flavor apple cider, mulled wine, greek yoghurt, oatmeal, ice cream, frostings, streusel topping, bread pudding, French toast as well as pancake batter.

What is the difference between pumpkin pie spice and apple pie spice?

The main difference between pumpkin spice and apple spice is the addition of cloves and cardamom. While pumpkin seasoning includes ground cloves, apple pie spice has cardamom added instead. However, they are very similar otherwise, and can even swap them for each other in a pinch.

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

We recommend storing common spices as well as diy blends in a dry, dark spot like a spice cabinet. It is important to protect spices from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.

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Homemade Apple Pie Spice Recipe

Perfect spice blend that comes together in a minute and tastes great with all your favorite apple recipes.
Course recipe staple
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword apple pie seasoning, apple pie spice recipe, apple pie spice substitute, substitute apple pie spice
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • small mixing bowl
  • small whisk

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
    cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and cardamom on a plate
  • Whisk together until evenly combined. Then use immediately or store in an airtight container.
    mixed up apple pie seasoning in a glass bowl

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]]> Have you ever wondered how to make homemade pumpkin pie spice? Then is the recipe for you. No more need for store-bought pumpkin pie spice, with this easy recipe that comes together in less than 5 minutes. This delicious pumpkin spice substitute is the perfect blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and allspice. It can be added to all your favorite pumpkin dessert recipes, quick breads, breakfasts, ice creams as well as a cup of coffee. It even makes the best pumpkin spice latte. You will want to make this scrumptious homemade spice blend again and again all pumpkin season long.

bowl of homemade pumpkin pie spice with a wooden spoon

What is Pumpkin Pie Spice?

Traditionally, pumpkin spice is a blend of warm fall spices such as cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and allspice. Even though it is called pumpkin PIE spice, you can use it in many other dishes besides pumpkin pie filling, and even drinks. Pumpkin spice tastes great in cookies, quick breads, pancakes, cheesecake and pumpkin muffins. Moreover, you can use this delicious spice to flavor your morning coffee, pumpkin spice lattes as well as pumpkin granola.

finished pumpkin spice in a bowl with wooden scoop

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: delicious spice blend that takes all your favorite fall and pumpkin desserts to the next level
  • Main Ingredients: cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, ground allspice
  • Cooking Method: no bake
  • Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time
  • Pairs well with: traditional pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin cake or any other pumpkin spice treats
  • Diets: keto friendly, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan
  • Special Equipment Needed: mixing bowl, small whisk
pumpkin pie spice ingredients on a white plate
white bowl full of pumpkin pie spice with a wooden spoon

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this pumpkin pie spice recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this pumpkin pie substitute you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Pumpkin Pie Spice Ingredients

  • 1 ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¾  teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ tsp ground allspice

Variations and Substitutions

Black Pepper: In case you want to intensify the flavor of your own pumpkin pie spice add a pinch of ground black pepper to this easy recipe. (about ⅛ tsp) It will not make your favorite pumpkin spice recipes spicy but enhance and bring out their delicious flavor even more.

Ground spices on a round plate labeled cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and allspice.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this fragrant pumpkin pie spice recipe, try our amazing Pumpkin Pie Bars. With a cinnamon cream cheese frosting and a pumpkin and yellow cake mix recipe it’s easy to make and not your average pumpkin cake recipe.

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Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix your own homemade pumpkin spice.

Instructions

This section shows how to make substitute pumpkin pie spice, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

MIX SPICES: Firstly, add all the spices to a dry glass mixing bowl and then whisk until blended. Afterwards use directly in a recipe or store in an airtight container or spice jar until ready to use.

cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and allspice on a plate
pumpkin spice mixed up in a bowl

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love everything pumpkin then you’ll love our delicious Pumpkin Bread. This wonderfully light and moist pumpkin bread is the perfect fall dessert and comes together in only 15 minutes.

Stef says….

 There is nothing better on a cold morning than the warm and spicy flavor of my delicious Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls. The soft sweet pumpkin dough, covered in cream cheese frosting is just to die for.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make this delicious homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe.

  • Tip: Make sure your spices are fresh. Older spices often lose their flavor. In case your spices are discolored or have lost their aroma, toss them and buy new ones.
  • Tip: Measure amounts carefully to create the perfect combination of flavors.
  • Tip: Store homemade pumpkin spice in a dry, airtight container, so it stays fresh for a long time.

What To Make With Pumpkin Pie Spice

There are countless ways of using this scrumptious substitute for pumpkin pie spice.

We love using it for our favorite pumpkin breads: Pumpkin Bread, Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread or Pumpkin Bread With Chocolate Chips.

It also tastes great in breakfast treats such as Pumpkin Spice Pancakes, Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix, Oven Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts, Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins, oatmeal or pumpkin granola.

The delicious flavor of this homemade pumpkin spice of course also works great with pumpkin desserts like Pumpkin Pie Bars, Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes, Pumpkin Muffins With Cream Cheese, Pumpkin Ice Cream, Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes or Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce.

Andrea says….

Pumpkin pie spice tastes good with everything! We love to put some in pancakes, fall drinks or muffins.

More Homemade Spice Blend Recipes

It is surprisingly easy to make the most delicious homemade spice blends with pantry staples that you probably already have at home. They are so much better than store-bought versions. Here are some of our favorite seasoning blends:

How To Store

Room Temperature: In case you are not using your pumpkin spice substitute right away, store your own spice blend in an airtight container, ziploc bag, spice jar or other tightly sealed container until ready to use. We recommend keeping your own blend of pumpkin spice in a dry place such as a spice rack or a dark place such as a spice cabinet. If the spices you used for this recipe were fresh, the pumpkin pie spice blend will last for up to 2 years.

close up of a bowl with pumpkin spice

Common Questions

How do I turn this pumpkin pie spice substitute into a gift?

Homemade pumpkin pie spice makes a great gift for family, friends or co-workers during pumpkin spice season. Simply make a big batch of substitute pumpkin pie seasoning and fill it in cute little spice jars or other tightly sealed containers. Add a homemade or handwritten label and decorate with a ribbon and cinnamon stick if you like.

Are there other ways to use pumpkin spice besides baked goods and pumpkin desserts?

Besides all things pumpkin, you can use this blend of ground spices to flavor apple cider, mulled wine, greek yoghurt, oatmeal, ice cream, frostings, streusel topping, bread pudding as well as your morning coffee or even a cold brew.

What is the difference between pumpkin pie spice and apple pie spice?

The main difference between pumpkin spice and apple spice is the addition of cloves and cardamom. While pumpkin seasoning includes ground cloves, apple pie spice has cardamom added instead. However, they are very similar otherwise, and can be substituted for each other in a pinch.

How do I store spices to keep them fresh longer?

We recommend storing common spices as well as diy blends in an airtight container in a dry, dark spot like a spice cabinet. It is important to protect spices from direct sunlight, to prevent discoloration.

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How To Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

Amazingly flavorful spice blend that comes together in less than 5 minutes and tastes great with all your favorite pumpkin recipes.
Course recipe staple
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword homemade pumpkin pie spice, how to make pumpkin spice, pumpkin pie spice recipe, pumpkin pie spice substitute, substitute pumpkin pie spice
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 7 teaspoons
Calories 7kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients

  • 1½ tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
    pumpkin pie spice ingredients on a white plate
  • Whisk together until evenly combined. Then use immediately or store in an airtight container.
    finished pumpkin spice in a bowl with wooden scoop

Nutrition

Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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Close up of blackberry and apple crumble with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

Nobody can resist this oven baked apple and blackberry dessert. It’s bursting with sweet, tart flavor and topped with a buttery crumble (crisp) topping. It’s the perfect dessert for summer or fall, and a lighter alternative to cake. This recipe uses apples and blackberries, but you can use any fresh or frozen fruits you like. Serve it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and you’ve got a divine dessert.

Plate of apple and blackberry crumble with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: sweet, juicy and tender apples and blackberries with a crisp crumble topping
  • Main Ingredients: apples, blackberries, lemon juice, unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, oats, brown sugar and baking powder
  • Cooking Method: oven baked
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes prep time, 45 minutes baking time
  • Pairs well with: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream
  • Diets: vegetarian
  • Special Equipment Needed: 9×13-inch baking dish, pastry blender, apple slicer, mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, knife and cutting board
apple blackberry crumble with ice cream on top.
apple blackberry crumble.

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this apple blackberry crumble in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this simple apple and blackberry crisp with oats recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Apple and Blackberry Filling Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh apples (peeled, cored and sliced)
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Crumble Topping Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup oats
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter (cut into small chunks)

Variations and Substitutions

Apples: You can use gala apples, fuji apples, pink lady apples, granny smith apples, or bramley apples for this fruit crisp recipe. The thinner you slice your apples, the softer they’ll be when cooked. If you like your apples a little harder in your crumbles, slice your apples thicker.

Blackberries: You can use fresh or frozen frozen blackberries. You can also substitute or add in raspberries. If using frozen blackberries, defrost and drain before using. Pat dry with a paper towel.

Oats: We prefer the extra chew and texture of old-fashioned rolled oats but instant oats will do just fine.

TRY OTHER FRUITS: There are a million different fruits you could use for this crumble. Don’t be afraid to get creative. Strawberry, rhubarb, cherries, pears, mangoes, pineapple and more. There is no wrong fruit. Go ahead and create your personalized crumble with your favorite fruits.

ADD HERBS: For a more complex flavor, consider combinations like strawberries with thyme, rosemary or basil; pineapple and basil; apples and pears with rosemary.

Table containing each of the ingredients required to make blackberry and apple crumble.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love juicy blackberries, try our Blackberry Dump Cake. This scrumptious dessert combines summer blackberries with a cake and oat cobbler-like topping that is just to die for.

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Baking dish — We love using this glass baking dish for this delicious dessert as it cooks food evenly, you can easily see the food while it cooks and it also looks good as a serving dish.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook apple and blackberry crumble in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE: Firstly, preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.

apples and blackberries in baking dish with sugar and cinnamon
mixed up apples and blackberries in baking dish

MAKE FRUIT FILLING: In a large bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice. Then add filling ingredients to the baking dish and lightly toss together to combine.

butter added to topping ingredients
pastry knife cutting up butter in bowl

MAKE TOPPING: Afterwards, mix the dry ingredients for the topping together, in a medium bowl. Using a pastry blender or two forks, combine ingredients until the butter is in small crumbles. Then sprinkle topping on top of the berry and apple mixture.

uncooked blackberry and apple crumble
cooked blackberry and apple crumble

BAKE: Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is a light golden brown and the filling is bubbling throughout.

COOL: Finally, remove from the oven and let cool 15 minutes before serving. Then serve with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: Apples and blackberries not only taste wonderful in easy dessert recipes, but they also make for delicious drinks. Have you tried our Spiked Apple Cider or Blackberry Cocktail?

Make Ahead

In fact, you can do most of the prep work for this scrumptious sweet crumble ahead of time. Simple prepare the fresh fruit filling in the baking dish. Then wrap tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator. Afterwards, prepare the crumble topping in a separate bowl. Then transfer to an airtight container or ziploc bag and store separately in the fridge as well. Apple and blackberry crumble components can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours before baking. When you are ready to bake, simple add the crisp topping on top of the chopped apples and blackberries and bake.

Stef says….

I just love blackberries! Especially when they are baked into my favorite homemade blackberry muffins. They are moist and fluffy, with a crisp top of cinnamon and sugar. Delicious!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best apple and blackberry crumble recipe.

  • Tip: For best flavor use fresh, ripe and in season fruits and berries.
  • Tip: Do not add extra butter to the topping. Even though butter is the key ingredient in the topping, too much of it can make your fruit crisp topping soggy and greasy.
  • Tip: In case you are using frozen fruit, make sure to drain any excess liquid and dry the fruit with a paper towel.

More Apple Recipes

When apple season rolls around and farmers markets are bursting with juicy apples we love turning them into perfect autumn desserts. Here are some of our best apple recipes:

More Fruit Pie Recipes

Another one of our dessert favorites during the summer months are fruity hand pies. These classic American treats combine a sweet and flaky crust with a flavorful and juicy fruit filling. 

How To Store

Refrigerate: After the blackberry and apple crumble has been baked and cooled, fruit crumble leftovers can be covered in plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerated for about 5 days.

Freeze: After it’s baked and cooled, wrap well in cling wrap and foil to prevent freezer-burn. Additionally you can transfer leftover apple blackberry crisp to a freezer safe container or freezer bag. Freeze the crumble for up to three months.

Defrosting: Defrost your crumble overnight in the fridge or at room temperature for a couple of hours. This works whether the apple crumble is baked or unbaked.

Andrea says….

I’ve been making this for years! It’s always a family favorite. Serve it with my no-churn vanilla bean ice cream.

How To Reheat

Pop easy apple crisp leftovers in the microwave for about 1 minute, in case you prefer it warm.

plate with apple and blackberry crumble topped with ice cream

Common Questions

What is crumble mix made of?

Crumble topping is a simple combination of butter, flour and sugar that gives a crunchy sweetness to any dessert.

What’s the difference between a crisp and a crumble?

Like a crumble, a crisp is a baked fresh fruit dessert, but the topping is made with oats, which crisp during the baking process. Crumble toppings are more dense and cakey.

What kind of fruit is in a crumble?

Just about any seasonal summertime fruits will work in a fruit crumble. Popular choices are blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, apples, peaches, apricots, plums and rhubarb.

Can I use self-raising flour instead of plain flour for crumble?

You can use white or wholewheat flour for a crumble topping, but if all you’ve got is self-raising it doesn’t really make a difference.

How do you make a crumble crumbly?

Butter is the key to getting a crumble topping just right, but the trick is using the right amount. Not enough butter and your topping will be too dry. Too much butter and your topping will be soggy or greasy. One other trick is to add a light dusting of Demerara sugar.

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Apple and Blackberry Crumble Recipe

Delicious mixture of sweet and tart dessert with a crumble topping. Nobody can resist an apple blackberry (crisp) dessert.
Course breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword apple and blackberry crumble, apple blackberrie pie, apple blackberry crisp, apple blackberry crisp with oats, fruit crumble
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 288kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • 9x13in baking dish
  • pastry blender
  • mixing bowls

Ingredients

Fruit Filling:

  • 4 cups apples peeled, cored and sliced thin
  • 2 cups blackberries
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Crumble Topping:

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup oats
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter cold and cut into chunks

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375° F.
  • Grease a 9×13 baking dish or equivalent sized baking dish.
    blackberries and sliced apples arranged in a rectangular glass baking dish,
  • Toss apple slices with the lemon juice as soon as you cut them.
    blackberries and sliced apples covered with filled ingredients.
  • Add all filling ingredients to the baking dish. Gently mix together.
    filling ingredients, sliced apples and blackberries all mixed together in a glass rectangular baking dish.
  • Add topping ingredients to a medium sized bowl.
    topping ingredients added to a clear bowl
  • Use a pastry blender or two forks to combine ingredients. Butter should be in small crumbles when mixed.
    A pastry blender is being used to combine topping ingredients until the butter is in small crumbles.
  • Add topping to the baking dish.
    dry crumble mixture covering the fruit mixture
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes. It is ready to remove from the oven when all the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
  • Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • We used a combination of sweet (Gala) and tart (Granny Smith) apples. 
  • The thinner you slice your apples, the softer they’ll be when cooked. If you like your apples a little harder in your crumbles, slice your apples thicker.
  • If using frozen blackberries, defrost and drain before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 479IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/blackberry-and-apple-crumble/feed/ 0 Handmade Apple Turnover Recipe https://familydinners.com/handmade-apple-turnover-recipe/ https://familydinners.com/handmade-apple-turnover-recipe/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:21:00 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=15164 This crispy and flaky handmade apple turnover recipe is amazingly delicious and makes the perfect handheld summer and fall dessert.

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]]> Flaky layers of crisp puff pastry and a mouthwatering, homemade apple pie filling make this handmade apple turnover recipe an absolute summer and fall favorite. Not only are these delicious mini apple pies quick and easy to make, but they also make a an amazing dessert for dinners, parties, picnics or potlucks.

You can serve these oven baked apple hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or other ice cream of your choice to make them an extra special treat. So if you are looking for an easy puff pastry recipe that uses real apples, then this is the recipe for you.

pile of apple turnovers on a tray with cinnamon sticks and fresh apple halves

You can serve these oven baked apple hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or other ice cream of your choice to make them an extra special treat. So if you are looking for an easy puff pastry recipe that uses real apples, then this is the recipe for you.

What Are Handmade Apple Turnovers?

An apple turnover is made from pastry dough, mostly puff pastry (homemade or store bought), rough puff pastry or pie crust, and filled with homemade apple pie filling. Baked golden brown in the oven, they are crispy and flaky on the outside with a delicious, juicy filling in the middle. They are the perfect hand held summer and fall dessert.

stacked apple hand pies cut in half

Why You’ll Love This

  • Main Ingredients: puff pastry, brown sugar, fresh apples, cinnamon
  • Cooking Method: oven baked
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time, 20 minutes cooking time
  • Special Equipment Needed: sheet pan, parchment paper, pastry brush
apple turnovers on a serving platter
stacked apple hand pies cut in half

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this Apple Turnover recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making these homemade turnovers, read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Apple Turnover Ingredients

  • Puff pastry
  • unsalted butter
  • Granny Smith apples
  • brown sugar
  • cornstarch
  • cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Egg and Water to make an egg wash
  • Powdered sugar
  • Heavy cream

Variations

OTHER FRUITY FILLINGS –You can fill puff pastry with pretty much any fruit/pie filling you prefer. We also love raspberry, peach, blueberry or cherry turnovers, for example. In case you are short on time use ready made store bought pie filling.

CHEESECAKE COMBINATION – Another insanely delicious filling for hand pies is cheesecake. You can combine your cheesecake filling with a fruit filling or even peanut butter and chocolate. We love caramel apple cheesecake, cherry cheesecake or chocolate peanut butter cheesecake hand pies.

ingredients for easy apple puff pastry

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love the blend of apple and cinnamon flavor then you’ll love our Spiked Apple Cider.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook apple puff pastry in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREP: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

cut up apples with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt in a bowl
cooked apples in a saucepan

MAKE APPLE FILLING: Begin by peeling, coring and cutting apples into pieces about ⅓” wide by 1-2” long. Then toss in brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt. Afterwards, melt butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add apples to the saucepan, stir frequently and cook for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat when the sauce begins to thicken. Set aside until ready to use.

brushing egg wash on the edges of the puff pastry squares
sealing handmade apple turnovers with a fork

ASSEMBLE TURNOVERS: Firstly, cut puff pastry into 4 equal squares. Divide the apple mixture evenly among the dough squares, putting it in the center of each puff pastry piece. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg wash. Fold the pastry over and line up the edges. Gently seal the seams with a fork.

tops of apple turnovers are brushed with egg wash
baked apple puff pastries on a baking sheet

BAKE: Transfer the turnovers to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush them with egg wash on all sides. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the puff pastry has puffed up and is a golden brown. Transfer to a cooling rack.

glaze being brushed onto handmade apple turnovers
stacked handmade apple turnovers

GLAZE AND SERVE: Whisk together the heavy cream and powdered sugar. Then glaze the cooled apple puff pastries. Allow to dry and serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love mini apple pies then you’ll love our Granny Smith Apple Pie.

Pastry Brush – A pastry brush is perfect for brushing glaze on pastry.

Make Ahead

We do not recommend making apple turnovers ahead of time as they are best eaten within a couple of hours of coming out of the oven. You can, however, prepare the apple pie filling up to 3 days ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.

Tips For The Best Mini Apple Pies

Follow these tips to make the best handmade apple turnover recipe.

  • Cut your apples to equal sizes. We recommend making them about ⅓” to ½” thick. Afterwards, sprinkle them with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
  • Use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent your turnovers from sticking.
  • Don’t overfill your turnovers, otherwise the filling will ooze out the sides. Additionally, make sure you wipe away any excess pie filling from your baking sheet before baking so it doesn’t burn.
  • Rotate your baking sheet halfway through cooking if your oven doesn’t cook evenly to make sure all the puff pastry fully puffs up and cooks.
  • Allow your turnovers to cool before brushing with glaze.

HOW TO STORE

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate or store on the counter for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

hands holding handmade apple turnover halves

MORE PUFF PASTRY RECIPES

Store bought puff pastry is very convenient as you can store it in the freezer for quite a while and it defrosts quickly. Additionally you can use it for either sweet or savory treats. We especially love turning puff pastry into mini chocolate puff pastries, Blueberry Puff Pastry or easy vegetarian pasties, for example.

MORE APPLE RECIPES

Sweet and succulent apple desserts with just the right hint of cinnamon are true favorites with our families. For that reason, we love making Apple Crisp without Oats, Apple Pie Bars, Blackberry and Apple Crumble, Caramel Apple Cheesecake Hand Pies, and Apple Pie Ice Cream over and over again.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking this handmade apple turnover recipe.

How do I stop the filling from leaking out of my hand pies?

It is particularly important not to overfill your hand pies and to make sure the edges of the pastry stay clean. Brush the edges with water or egg wash, press together with a fork or your fingers, then crimp the edges. This should prevent juices from running out.

Is there a difference between a turnover and a hand pie?

Generally, the only real differences are in the shape (had pies are usually round) and in the dough that is used. Turnovers are often made with puff pastry, but can also be made with a pie crust as well.

Is it possible to use other fillings for turnovers?

Yes, of course! Not only can you use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer, but also homemade and store bought pie fillings work equally well with this recipe. We especially recommend trying raspberry, cherry, blueberry or peach pie fillings, for example.

stacked apple hand pies cut in half
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Handmade Apple Turnover Recipe

These mini apple pies are crispy and flaky with a succulent homemade apple filling spiced with a hint of cinnamon.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, vegetarian
Keyword apple hand pie, apple puff pastry recipe, easy puff pastry recipe, handmade apple turnover recipe, mini apple pie, sweet puff pastry recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 597kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • knife and cutting board or apple slicer
  • saucepan
  • fork
  • pastry brush
  • sheet pan

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry defrosted
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
  • 3 Granny Smith apples
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Glaze Ingredients:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (you can substitute 3 tablespoons of water)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Peel, core and cut apples into pieces about ⅓” wide by 1-2” long. Toss in brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt.
    peeled and cut apples tossed with spices
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
    melted butter in a saucepan
  • Add apples to saucepan. Stir frequently. Cook for about 5 minutes when the sauce begins to thicken. Remove from heat.
    cooked apples in a saucepan
  • Open puff pastry. Cut down the center both ways to make 4 equal squares.
    puff pastry squares on parchment paper
  • Divide the apple filling into 4 parts and place the apples in the center of the puff pastry pieces.
    apple filling on puff pastry squares
  • Whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush edges of the pastry with the egg wash. This will help seal the edges together.
    brushing egg wash on the edges of the puff pastry squares
  • Fold the pastry over to line up the edges. Be careful to keep the apple filling inside and away from the edges. Gently smash 3 open edges with a fork to seal.
    sealing handmade apple turnovers with a fork
  • Transfer the turnovers to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Brush the tops and sides with the egg wash.
    tops of apple turnovers are brushed with egg wash
  • Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the puff pastry has puffed up and is a golden brown. Transfer to a cooling rack.
    baked apple puff pastries on a baking sheet
  • Whisk together the heavy cream and powdered sugar.
    whisking together glaze ingredients
  • When turnovers are cool, top with glaze. Allow to harden.
    glaze being brushed onto handmade apple turnovers
  • Serve.
    cut open apple hand pie

Nutrition

Serving: 1pie | Calories: 597kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 251mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 385IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/handmade-apple-turnover-recipe/feed/ 5 Banana Pudding Pie (No Bake) https://familydinners.com/banana-pudding-pie/ https://familydinners.com/banana-pudding-pie/#respond Mon, 05 Sep 2022 02:29:44 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=16583 Easy and creamy banana pudding dessert with layers of golden graham cracker crumbs, fresh banana, banana cheesecake and whipped cream. A no bake banana pudding pie is a family favorite.

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]]> No bake banana pudding pie is a classic American dessert that is easy to make and tastes delicious. Layers of silky banana pudding cheesecake, light whipped cream, sweet Nilla Wafers and fresh banana slices come together in a golden and buttery graham cracker crust. No bake banana pie is full of a light banana flavor and makes the perfect dessert for a family dinner.

banana pudding pie with a slice cut

What is Banana Pudding Pie?

This layered dessert consists of a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy banana pudding cheesecake layer, an airy whipped cream layer, thick slices of fresh bananas and crunchy vanilla cookie crumbs. Together they form the most delicious no bake pie you’ll turn to for comfort food.

Slice of banana pudding pie.

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: buttery graham cracker crust filled with fresh banana slices and silky banana pudding cheesecake and topped with whipped cream
  • Main Ingredients: heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, Nilla Wafers, bananas, cream cheese, lemon juice, instant banana pudding mix, butter, graham cracker crumbs, sugar
  • Cooking Method: no bake
  • Nutrients: high in calcium and potassium
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes prep time and 1-2 hours chill time
  • Diets: vegetarian
  • Special Equipment Needed: pie pan, electric mixer,
slice of banana pudding pie on a cake server
slice of banana pie on a plate with a fork

Ingredients

You may have all of these no bake banana cheesecake pie ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

  • Pantry Ingredients: powdered sugar, vanilla extract, instant banana pudding mix, graham cracker crumbs, sugar
  • Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: heavy cream, butter, cream cheese
  • Produce Ingredients: bananas, lemon juice
ingredients for banana pudding pie

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you are looking for the perfect no bake pie for the holidays then you have to try Stef’s Delicious No Bake Eggnog Pie. This is one of those easy recipes that just takes 15 minutes to prep and make!

Instructions

This section shows how to make no bake banana cream pie, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

MAKE PIE CRUST: Firstly, mix all pie crust ingredients together in a medium bowl. Then press evenly into a 9-inch pie dish. Afterwards, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

homemade graham cracker crust in a pie dish
cream cheese and vanilla in a large mixing bowl

MAKE BANANA CHEESECAKE LAYER: Start by beating vanilla and cream cheese with a mixer in a large bowl. Then add the instant pudding mix and beat with the hand mixer. Next, pour in heavy cream very slowly. Beat with the mixer on low speed until combined. Finally, add the powdered sugar while mixing carefully until combined and smooth.

heavy cream added to cream cheese mixture
finished banana cheesecake mixture

PREPARE WHIPPED CREAM AND BANANAS: With an electric mixer, beat whipped cream layer ingredients until stiff peaks form. Then slice 3 bananas and toss slices with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.

banana slices in graham cracker crust
spreading banana cheesecake layer over the banana slices

ASSEMBLE THE PIE: Remove crust from refrigerator and add a layer of thick banana slices to the bottom of the crust. Next, spoon all the banana pudding mixture over the bananas. Then top with whipped cream before sprinkling with Nilla Wafer crumbles. Afterwards, refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Finally, slice the last banana and use to decorate the pie. Serve.

adding whipped cream layer and nilla wafer crumbs to pie
banana pudding pie decorated with banana slices

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love indulgent no bake banana desserts then you’ll love Stef’s Luscious Banana Cream Cheesecake. It boasts a buttery graham cracker crust, a thick layer of vanilla pudding filled with fresh, sliced bananas, and a silky cheesecake top layer!

Electric Mixer – This no bake banana pudding pie recipe requires an electric mixer to achieve the desired smoothness and creaminess of the pudding mixture. We also recommend whipping the heavy cream with the electric mixer.

Make Ahead

The assembled banana pudding pie only last a couple of hours in the fridge until the bananas eventually turn brown. You can, however, prepare the banana cream cheese mixture and whipped cream in advance and chill them in separate, airtight containers in the fridge. You can also crumble up the Nilla Wafers and keep them in an airtight container on the counter.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best no bake banana cheesecake pie.

  • Tip: Use softened cream cheese. Let the cream cheese soften slightly before using to ensure a smooth and creamy result.
  • Tip: Bring heavy cream to stiff peak stage. If your cream isn’t whipped enough, you will not be able to pipe decorative swirls on top of your pie.
  • Tip: Slice the bananas when you are ready to assemble. This way they look fresh and most appetizing.
  • Refrigerate the banana pudding pie for a couple of hours. This pie tastes best after resting in the fridge for about 2-3 hours.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Assembled banana pie needs to be refrigerated until ready to serve. It can be kept in the fridge for a couple of hours, and even taste best after cooling for about 2-3 hours. However, storing it too long might cause the banana slices to turn brown.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this no bake banana cheesecake pie.

Andrea says….

There is little better in life than the combination of banana and Nutella. At least as far as I’m concerned. So I love merging bananas and Nutella baked into a Flaky Banana Nutella Croissant. These yummy treats are not overly sweet and the banana softens up the perfect amount while cooking.

banana pie in a glass pie dish

Common Questions

Is it possible to use frozen whipped topping instead of the whipped cream layer?

We recommend using freshly whipped cream for this recipe, however, frozen whipped topping, such as cool whip, should also work well with this recipe.

Can I make no bake banana pudding pie with cream cheese the day before?

We do not recommend assembling banana pudding pie more than 3-4 hours before serving. Even though the lemon juice will slow down the browning of the banana slices, they will still start to turn brown eventually. You can, however, prepare the pie crust at least a day ahead of time.

What are other possible decorations for this no bake dessert?

You can decorate your pie with whole, half or cracked vanilla wafers. Additionally you can add chocolate shavings as well as whole or chopped banana chips to the top of the pie.

What is the best substitute if I have no banana pudding mix at home?

We love using banana instant pudding mix for this recipe, because it incredibly enhances the banana flavor in this no bake pie recipe. However, you can also use instant vanilla pudding mix in a pinch.

Slice of banana pudding pie.
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Banana Pudding Pie

Easy and creamy banana pudding dessert with layers of golden graham cracker crumbs, fresh banana, banana cheesecake and whipped cream. A no bake banana pudding pie is a family favorite.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword banana pie, banana pudding pie, banana pudding pie no bake, no bake banana cheesecake pie, no bake banana pie
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 1 pie
Calories 6124kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • pie pan
  • piping bag

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust Ingredients:

  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar

Banana Layer Ingredients:

  • 4 bananas
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3.4 oz package of instant banana pudding mix
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar

Whipped Cream Layer Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nilla Wafer Layer Ingredients:

  • 1 small box of Nilla Wafers

Instructions

No Bake Pie Crust Instructions:

  • In a medium bowl, mix crust ingredients with a spoon or fork to combine.
  • Press into a 9-inch pie pan.
    homemade graham cracker crust in a pie dish
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Banana Layer Instructions:

  • Beat vanilla and cream cheese with a mixer.
    cream cheese and vanilla in a large mixing bowl
  • Add pudding. Mix.
    pudding mix added to cream cheese mixture
  • Pour in heavy cream into the bowl very slowly. Beat with mixer on low speed. Mix until combined.
    heavy cream added to cream cheese mixture
  • Slowly add powdered sugar while mixing. Mix until combined.
    finished banana cheesecake mixture

Whipped Cream Layer Instructions:

  • With an electric mixer, beat whipped cream layer ingredients until stiff peaks form.
    whipped cream layer ingredients in a bowl

Assemble the Pie:

  • Slice 3 bananas. Toss sliced bananas with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  • Remove crust from refrigerator.
  • Layer bottom of crust with thick banana slices.
    banana slices in graham cracker crust
  • Spoon all the banana pudding mixture over the bananas.
    spreading banana cheesecake layer over the banana slices
  • Top with whipped cream.
    whipped cream piped on top of banana pie
  • Sprinkle with Nilla Wafer crumbles.
    adding whipped cream layer and nilla wafer crumbs to pie
  • Refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  • Slice the last banana. Place slices on top of the pie. Serve.
    finished no bake banana pie

Notes

  • Tip: Use softened cream cheese. Let the cream cheese soften slightly before using to ensure a smooth and creamy result.
  • Tip: Bring heavy cream to stiff peak stage. If your cream isn’t whipped enough, you will not be able to pipe decorative swirls on top of your pie.
  • Tip: Slice the bananas when you are ready to assemble. This way they look fresh and most appetizing.
  • Refrigerate the banana pudding pie for a couple of hours. This pie tastes best after resting in the fridge for about 2-3 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 6124kcal | Carbohydrates: 514g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 442g | Saturated Fat: 270g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 20g | Monounsaturated Fat: 113g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 1318mg | Sodium: 3403mg | Potassium: 3318mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 373g | Vitamin A: 17541IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 1118mg | Iron: 8mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/banana-pudding-pie/feed/ 0 Apple Pie Bars https://familydinners.com/apple-pie-bars/ https://familydinners.com/apple-pie-bars/#comments Sun, 04 Sep 2022 17:23:54 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=16464 Crispy, buttery and flaky puff pastry topped with succulent apple pie filling and sweet streusel topping. This apple pie bars recipe is meant to be an easy recipe anyone can make!

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]]> These apple pie bars combine flaky puff pastry, apple pie filling and streusel topping to make a delicious summer and fall dessert. No time to bake a full apple pie, but still craving a scrumptious apple dessert? Then this apple pastry recipe is absolutely perfect for you! Apple pie bars only take 10 minutes to prepare by using ready made puff pastry and canned apple pie filling. Apple puff pastries are simply delicious and can be eaten any time of the day! They are also a great alternative to pumpkin pie on thanksgiving.

two apple pie bars on top of each other on a plate

Why You’ll Love This

apple pie bars on a cutting board with fresh apples
apple pie bar on a plate

Andrea Says…

When testing out this recipe, trying to get it just right, I thought I’d enjoy this but didn’t realize just how much I’d love these. I had a hard time not eating them all right out of the oven!

What Is An Apple Pie Bar?

There are lots of different apple pie bar recipes. You can find some with a pie crust on the bottom or a shortcake crust but they all have apple pie filling in the middle and a topping of some sort. We like how this recipe is meant to be used when you need a quick and easy dessert to prepare.

Ingredients

You may have all of these apple puff pastry ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

  • Pantry Ingredients: apple pie filling, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar
  • Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: puff pastry, butter, egg
ingredients for apple pie bars

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love turning apples into stunning desserts then you have to try Stef’s Caramel Apples. This fool-proof recipe creates buttery, soft, melt in your mouth caramel over crisp, sweet apples!

Instructions

This section shows how to bake apple pie bars in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

fork poking puff pastry on a lined baking sheet
spreading apple pie filling on puff pastry on a baking sheet

SHAPE THE PASTRY DOUGH: First, roll out a sheet of pastry, then fold over the edges about ¼ inch all around the outside. Poke the middle part of the square with a fork 10-15 times. (Do not poke the edges!)

FILL THE PASTRY: Spoon 1 can of apple pie filling over the puff pastry. Make sure to keep the edges clean. Using a pastry blender, mix all the topping ingredients together in a bowl until coarse crumbs form. Then scatter half the mixture on top of the apple filling. Whisk together the egg and water in a small bowl, and brush the edges of the puff pastry square with the egg wash.

topping ingredients mixed together with a pastry blender
topping on apple pie filling and puff pastry

BAKE: Bake for 20 minutes or until puffed up and the topping is golden brown. Repeat with other pastry sheet and pie filling. Let the pastry cool for a bit, before cutting into squares. Serve.

egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
baked apple pie bars on a baking sheet

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love indulgent spiced apple treats then you’ll love Stef’s Fried Apples. They are incredibly easy to make and can be used as a standalone dessert, a delicious side dish, or as an ingredient for many other recipes.

Pastry Blender – We love using this pastry blender to work butter into flour and sugar. Works quick and keeps the mess to a minimum.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best apple pie bars.

  • Tip: Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.
  • Tip: Use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent your pastry from sticking and for easy clean up.
  • Tip: Bake until all the puff pastry looks puffed and golden. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking to get even cooking.
  • Allow the pastry to cool a bit before slicing into squares.

More Scrumptious Apple Recipes:

Andrea says….

Even after the summer we love making and eating delicious ice cream. Apple Pie Ice Cream is a big family favorite. You’ll love this fall ice cream dessert! Make with fresh apples cooked into a homemade apple pie filling then mixed in with easy ice cream. Make this recipe with an ice cream maker or without as a no-churn ice cream.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store apple puff pastry in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost puff pastry apple dessert is in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

cut up apple pie bars on a wooden cutting board

Common Questions

Is it better to use homemade or store bought puff pastry?

We recommend buying puff pastry premade! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry you can find in the freezer section of your local grocery store. However, if you’re feeling ambitious you can always make your own!

Is it possible to use other fillings for puff pastries?

Yes, of course! You can use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer. We recommend trying raspberry, cherry or peach, for example. Another particularly scrumptious variation is blueberry. Have you tried our Blueberry Puff Pastry Recipe?

Can I use a homemade apple pie filling for this recipe?

Of course! You can make your favorite homemade apple pie filling or give Stef’s Fried Apples a try! They are easy to make and the perfect topping for puff pastry. We recommend using tart apples for apple filling such as Granny Smith apples, Pink Lady apples, Gala or Braeburn apples.

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Apple Pie Bars

Crispy, buttery and flaky puff pastry topped with succulent apple pie filling and sweet streusel topping. This apple pie bars recipe is meant to be an easy recipe anyone can make!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword apple pie bars, apple puff pastry recipe, canned apple pie filling recipe, puff pastry apple dessert
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 485kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 sheets puff pastry
  • 2 cans apple pie filling

Topping Ingredients:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter slightly softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Egg Wash Ingredients:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out pastry dough. Place on parchment paper on baking sheet.
    puff pastry sheet rolled out on a baking sheet
  • Fold edge over ¼” around the outside of the puff pastry.
  • Poke the pastry (except the edges) with a fork 10-15 times.
    fork poking puff pastry on a lined baking sheet
  • Spread 1 can of pie filling on the puff pastry, inside the edges.
    spreading apple pie filling on puff pastry on a baking sheet
  • Mix topping ingredients together with 2 forks or a pastry blender.
    topping ingredients mixed together with a pastry blender
  • Spread ½ the topping over apple pie filling.
    topping on apple pie filling and puff pastry
  • Brush edges with egg wash.
    egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until puff pastry is puffed up and topping is golden.
    baked apple pie bars on a baking sheet
  • Repeat with other pastry sheet and pie filling. Let cool, then cut into squares and serve.
    apple pie bar on a plate

Notes

  • Instead of folding over edges, you can also use a knife to lightly cut (score) around the edges. This will help the outside edge puff up more than the inside the pie filling is on.
  • Serve while warm or refrigerate for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/apple-pie-bars/feed/ 1 Graham Cracker Crust https://familydinners.com/graham-cracker-crust/ https://familydinners.com/graham-cracker-crust/#respond Thu, 01 Sep 2022 02:45:00 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=16625 Learn how to make a no bake graham cracker pie crust. This no bake pie crust recipe is perfect for cheesecake, cream pies or using for parfaits.

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]]> This golden and buttery no bake graham cracker crust only needs 3 simple ingredients and is super easy to make. If you are looking for a delicious homemade pie crust for your favorite pies, then this is the perfect recipe for you. This graham cracker crust tastes so good you will never want to get a store-bought crust again. No matter if you are planning on making a banana pudding, coconut cream, lemon meringue, ice cream or key lime pie, this is the most delicious crust for it.

close up of a graham cracker crust in a glass pie dish
close up of a graham cracker crust

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: Golden and buttery graham cracker crust that is incredibly easy to make.
  • Main Ingredients: graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar
  • Cooking Method: no bake
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes
  • Pairs well with: no bake pies or cheesecake
  • Diets: vegetarian
  • Special Equipment Needed: pie pan
graham cracker crumbs in a glass bowl
banana pudding pie with graham cracker crust

What Is A No Bake Pie Crust?

Graham cracker pie crusts don’t have to be baked! A lot of recipes call for baking them but you can also set them in the freezer. This cust is perfect for any creamy pie or cheesecake.

Ingredients

You may have all of these graham cracker crust ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

ingredients for graham cracker crust

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love easy to make no bake desserts you’ll love this amazing Snickers Pie. This no bake dessert is rich, creamy, and you get a little bit of chopped Snickers bar in every bite.

Instructions

This section shows how to make a graham cracker crust, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

BLEND INGREDIENTS: In a medium bowl, mix crust ingredients with a spoon or fork to combine.

graham cracker crumbs in a glass bowl
pushing graham cracker crumbs into the pie dish

PRESS INTO PIE DISH: Press the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie pan, using your hands, a glass, a spoon or a measuring cup.

CHILL: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Add your favorite pie filling and serve.

graham cracker crust in a glass pie dish
banana cream pie with graham cracker crust, one slice on a cake server
No Bake Banana Pudding Pie

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love buttery and crumbly graham cracker crust then you’ll love this No Bake Banana Pudding Pie.

Pie Pan – This recipe requires a 9-inch pie plate. We love using this pie pan, because it comes with a lid for easy storage and transportation of pies. Moreover, it is also freezer safe, in case you are planning on freezing your pie crust.

Make Ahead

You can make graham cracker pie crust up to 5 days ahead of time and store it tightly wrapped in the refrigerator. You can also freeze a finished pie crust for up to 3 months, and simply defrost overnight before using.

Stef says….

This amazing graham cracker crust also works perfectly with my delicious Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Cream Pie! Using just a few simple ingredients you can whip up this winner of a dessert that looks super impressive while being incredibly easy to make.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best no bake graham cracker crust.

  • Tip: Use REAL butter. Both, salted and unsalted butter work great for pie crust. Do not use fat reduced butter or butter substitute.
  • Tip: Don’t press the crust down too firm. Make sure to push the crumbs together enough so they stick together, but not too compact.
  • Tip: Chill for at least 30 minutes. The butter forms the “glue” of the pie crust. It has to become completely cold again to bind the crust together.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store the finished pie crust in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make sure to cover it tightly in tin foil or plastic wrap.

Freeze: Tightly wrap the no bake graham cracker pie crust in freezer safe plastic foil and freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or let sit on the counter for a couple of hours.

Andrea says….

Easy no bake dessert recipes make great summer desserts. No need to heat up the house to make an indulgent sweet treat. If you are looking for more no bake graham cracker recipe ideas take a look at my list of 50 No Bake Recipes.

Common Questions

Is it better to use ready made graham cracker crumbs or make my own?

Both versions of graham cracker crumbs can be used in this recipe. While store bought cracker crumbs are a bit more convenient, you can also easily make your own crumbs from whole graham cracker sheets. Use a food processor, blender or simply a ziploc bag and rolling pin to crush the whole crackers into fine crumbs.

Do I have to bake this pie crust?

Baking this pie crust is not necessary, because as the melted butter in the crust cools it holds together the graham cracker crumbs. However, you can bake the crust, if you prefer. We recommend baking it at 350ºF for about 10-15 minutes. Make sure to completely cool the pie crust before using it with any “no bake” pie recipe.

Can I use flavored graham crackers?

Yes! Besides plain graham crackers you can also use cinnamon, honey or chocolate graham crackers.

close up of a graham cracker crust
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Graham Cracker Crust (No Bake)

Quick and easy homemade graham cracker pie crust with only 3 ingredients.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Keyword easy graham cracker crust, homemade graham cracker crust, how to make a graham cracker crust, no bake graham cracker crust recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 1 pie crust
Calories 801kcal
Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon or fork
  • pie pan
  • flat glass or measuring cup to press the crust into the pie pan

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 1½ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, mix crust ingredients with a spoon or fork to combine.
    graham cracker crumbs in a glass bowl
  • Press into a 9-inch pie pan using your hands, a flat glass, measuring cup or spoon.
    pushing graham cracker crumbs into the pie dish
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
    finished graham cracker crust

Nutrition

Calories: 801kcal | Carbohydrates: 152g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 957mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 85g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 5mg

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]]> https://familydinners.com/graham-cracker-crust/feed/ 0 Blueberry Puff Pastry https://familydinners.com/easy-blueberry-puff-pastry/ https://familydinners.com/easy-blueberry-puff-pastry/#comments Mon, 08 Aug 2022 01:10:45 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=14744 These crispy and flaky puff pastries filled with mouthwatering blueberry pie filling are amazingly delicious and the perfect summer dessert. This blueberry puff pastry can be eaten any time of day.

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]]> Crispy and flaky blueberry puff pastry is easy to make and tastes out of this world good. It is made with store bought puff pastry and blueberry pie filling so it comes together in only 10 minutes.

You can serve these scrumptious blueberry pie bars for breakfast, brunch or as a dessert. Your family and guests will definitely not be able to just eat one of these super yummy pastries.

close up of a pile of blueberry puff pastries

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Table Of Contents
  1. WHAT IS BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY?
  • INGREDIENTS
  • INSTRUCTIONS
  • RECOMMENDED TOOLS
  • TIPS FOR THE BEST BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY
  • HOW TO STORE
  • MORE FRUIT PIE RECIPES
  • MORE BLUEBERRY RECIPES
  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • Blueberry Puff Pastry

    • WHAT IS BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY?

    Puff pastry (homemade or store bought) is cut into squares, scored to create a nice edge and filled with delicious and juicy pie filling and streusel topping. Baked to golden brown perfection in the oven, they are crispy and flaky with a sweet and delicious blueberry pie filling in the middle. They are the perfect hand held summer dessert.

    ❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS BLUEBERRY PIE BAR RECIPE

    ✔️ Notable: perfectly crispy crust and succulent blueberry filling

    ✔️ Main Ingredients: puff pastry, blueberry pie filling, butter, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg wash, powdered sugar

    ✔️ Cooking Method: oven baked

    ✔️ Cooking Time: 20 minutes

    ✔️ Diets: vegetarian

    ✔️ Special Equipment Needed: sheet pan, pastry blender

    pile of blueberry puff pastries
    close up of blueberry pie bars, one with a bit taken out of it

    INGREDIENTS

    This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for blueberry pie puff pastry bars, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

    You may have all of these blueberry puff pastry ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

    • Pantry Ingredients: blueberry pie filling, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, powdered
    • Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: puff pastry, butter, egg

    VARIATIONS

    This quick and easy puff pastry recipe does not only work with blueberry pie filling, but also tastes great with apple, cherry or peach pie filling, for example.

    ingredients for blueberry puff pastry

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love blueberry treats then you’ll love our Blueberry Hand Pies.

    INSTRUCTIONS

    This section shows how to cook blueberry pie bars in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

    PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    four puff pastry squares on a baking sheet
    scoring the puff pastry squares with a knife

    SHAPE THE PASTRY DOUGH: First, cut each sheet of pastry into 4 squares, then score the edges with a knife. Whisk together the egg and water in a small bowl, and brush the edges of the puff pastry squares with the egg wash. Poke the middle part of the squares with a fork 3-4 times. (Do not poke the edges!)

    egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
    adding the blueberry pie filling to the pastry squares

    FILL THE PASTRY: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of blueberry pie filling into the center of each square. Using a pastry blender, mix all the topping ingredients together in a bowl. Then sprinkle the mixture on top of the blueberry filling.

    blueberry puff pastry topping in a bowl with a pastry blender
    topping on blueberry pie bars

    BAKE AND GLAZE: Bake for 20 minutes or until puffed up and golden brown. Let the pastries cool for a bit, while you mix the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the pastries using a fork or a piping bag. Serve.

    baked blueberry pie bars on a baking sheet
    water icing being drizzled over the blueberry pastries

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love puff pastries then you’ll love our mouthwatering Mini Chocolate Puff Pastries.

    Pastry Blender – We love using this pastry blender to work butter into flour and sugar. Works quick and keeps the mess to a minimum.

    TIPS FOR THE BEST BLUEBERRY PUFF PASTRY

    Follow these tips to make the best blueberry pie bars.

    ✔️ Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.

    ✔️ Bake until all the puff pastry looks puffed and golden. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking to get even cooking.

    ✔️ Allow the pastry to cool a bit before applying the glaze.

    HOW TO STORE

    Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate or store on the counter for up to 3 days.

    Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Defrosting: A great way to defrost blueberry pastries is in the refrigerator overnight.

    Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

    stacked blueberry pie bars with fresh blueberries

    MORE FRUIT PIE RECIPES

    Summer is the best time to enjoy a crispy, flaky and delicious fruit pie dessert. Have you tried our mouthwatering Cherry Turnovers, Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Hand Pies, or Caramel Apple Cheesecake Hand Pies.

    MORE BLUEBERRY RECIPES

    When blueberries are in season we also love making Blueberry French Toast Casserole, Cream Cheese Filled Blueberry Lemon Bread and Blueberry Lemon Bread with Lemon Glaze.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking blueberry pie puff pastry bars.

    Is it possible to use other fillings for puff pastries?

    Yes, of course! You can use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer. We recommend trying raspberry, apple, cherry or peach, for example.

    Is it better to use homemade or store bought puff pastry?

    We recommend buying puff pastry premade! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry you can find in the freezer section of your local grocery store. However, if you’re feeling ambitious you can always make your own!

    Stack of blueberry puff pastries.
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    Blueberry Puff Pastry

    These crispy and flaky puff pastries filled with mouthwatering blueberry pie filling are amazingly delicious and the perfect summer dessert. This blueberry puff pastry can be eaten any time of day.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, vegetarian
    Keyword blueberry pie bars, blueberry pie puff pastry bars, blueberry puff pastry, puff pastry recipe
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 8 pastries
    Calories 638kcal
    Author Andrea + Stef

    Equipment

    • baking sheet
    • parchment paper
    • knife
    • pastry brush
    • mixing bowls
    • pastry blender (or 2 forks)

    Ingredients

    • 2 sheets puff pastry defrosted
    • 1 can blueberry pie filling

    Topping Ingredients:

    • ½ cup unsalted butter slightly softened
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • ⅔ cup brown sugar packed
    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

    Egg Wash Ingredients:

    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon water

    Glaze Ingredients:

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 1-2 Tbsp water

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the puff pastry from sticking to the pan.
    • Open the defrosted puff pastry dough. Cut each puff pastry piece into 4 rectangles.
      four puff pastry squares on a baking sheet
    • Place pieces on parchment paper on the baking sheet.
    • Using a knife, cut a shallow score (cut) about ½” all the way around the outside of each pastry piece.
      using a knife to score the puff pastry squares
    • In a small bowl, whisk together egg and water. Brush the edges with egg wash.
      egg washing the edges of the puff pastry
    • Poke the pastry (except the edges) with a fork 3-4 times.
    • Spread 2-3 tablespoons of blueberry pie filling inside the scored edges.
      adding the blueberry pie filling to the pastry squares
    • In a medium bowl, mix topping ingredients together with 2 forks or a pastry blender.
      blueberry puff pastry topping in a bowl with a pastry blender
    • Sprinkle some topping over the blueberry filling.
      topping on blueberry pie bars
    • Bake for 20 minutes or until puff pastry is puffed up and the topping is golden.
      baked blueberry pie bars on a baking sheet
    • While the pastries are cooling down, mix powdered sugar and water in a small bowl. Use a fork or piping bag to drizzle the glaze over the pastries. Serve.
      drizzling glaze over the puff pastry

    Notes

    • You may need to bake these in 2 batches, depending on the size of your baking sheet.
    • Use lemon juice for the glaze instead of water for a slight hint of tart lemon flavor.
    • Serve while warm or refrigerate for later.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 638kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 385IU | Vitamin C: 0.001mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg

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    ]]>     https://familydinners.com/easy-blueberry-puff-pastry/feed/ 2     Cherry Turnover https://familydinners.com/cherry-turnover/ https://familydinners.com/cherry-turnover/#respond Tue, 02 Aug 2022 23:00:00 +0000 https://familydinners.com/?p=13796 This delicious and easy handmade cherry turnover recipe is made with puff pastry and delicious cherry pie filling.

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    ]]>     This insanely delicious oven baked cherry turnover recipe comes together quickly by using store-bought pie filling and ready made puff pastry. Cherry turnovers combine a sweet and flaky crust with a delicious and juicy cherry filling. This hand held summer treat makes the perfect dessert for any dinner, potluck or picnic.

    pile of cherry turnovers on a plate, one cut in half to expose the filling

    You can serve these mini cherry hand pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or other ice cream of your choice to make it an extra special sweet treat.

    If you need a delicious fruity summer dessert that is done in only 30 minutes, puff pastry turnovers are just the recipe for you.

    Table Of Contents
    1. WHAT IS A TURNOVER?
  • CHERRY TURNOVER INGREDIENTS
  • INSTRUCTIONS
  • RECOMMENDED TOOLS
  • TIPS FOR THE BEST CHERRY TURNOVER
  • HOW TO STORE
  • MORE MINI PIE RECIPES
  • MORE PUFF PASTRY RECIPES
  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • Cherry Turnover

    • WHAT IS A TURNOVER?

    A turnover is made from pastry dough, mostly puff pastry (homemade or store bought), rough puff pastry or pie crust, and filled with fruity fillings such as apple, cherry, blueberry or peach. Baked golden brown in the oven they are crispy and flaky on the outside with a sweet and delicious filling in the middle. They are the perfect hand held summer dessert.

    ❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS CHERRY HAND PIE RECIPE

    ✔️ Notable: perfectly crispy crust and succulent cherry filling

    ✔️ Main Ingredients. puff pastry and cherry pie filling

    ✔️ Cooking Method: oven baked

    ✔️ Time. Ready in less than 30 minutes, start to finish

    ✔️ Diets: vegetarian

    Cherry turnovers on parchment paper.
    Stacked cherry turnovers.
    cherry hand pies on a plate, one cut in half to expose the filling, bowl of cherries in the background

    CHERRY TURNOVER INGREDIENTS

    This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for cherry turnovers, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

    You may have all of these hand pie ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts.

    • Puff Pastry: Buy premade! However, you can always make your own if you’re feeling ambitious! We prefer the Pepperidge Farms puff pastry. You can find it in the freezer section of your local grocery store.
    • Cherry Pie Filling: Or you can substitute your favorite canned pie filling.
    • Egg: The egg wash helps sealing the edges of the turnover together.
    • Powdered Sugar
    • Heavy Cream or Corn Syrup: Light corn syrup gives your glaze a great consistency and adds a nice sheen to the finished hand pies.

    VARIATIONS: Try Different Fillings!

    OTHER FRUITY FILLINGS – In case cherry pie is not your favorite pie, you can choose any other fruit pie filling that you prefer, such as raspberry, apple, peach or blueberry.

    CHEESECAKE COMBINATION – Another insanely delicious filling for hand pies is cheesecake. You can combine your cheesecake filling with a fruit filling or even peanut butter and chocolate. We love caramel apple cheesecake or chocolate peanut butter cheesecake hand pies.

    ingredients for cherry turnovers

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love puff pastry then you’ll love our MINI CHOCOLATE PUFF PASTRIES.

    INSTRUCTIONS

    This section shows how to cook cherry turnovers in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full instructions, nutritional information, to print the recipe or to have the recipe scaled to double or triple, see the recipe card below.

    PREPARE: Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the defrosted puff pastry and cut each sheet into 4 squares.

    🔴 TIP: Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.

    Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top.
    Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top. Brush basting edges.

    ASSEMBLE PIES: First, spoon 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each square, then brush the edges with egg wash. Fold the squares over into triangles, press the edges together to seal and crimp with a fork. Transfer the turnovers onto the baking sheet and cut 3 little slits into the top of each mini pie with a knife.

    🔴 TIP: A little filling goes a long way. If you overfill the turnover it will be difficult to close without the cherry filling spilling out the edges.

    Turnovers folded over and being pinched with a fork on a baking sheet.
    Scoring top with a knife.

    BAKE: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is all puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven to cool.

    🔴 TIP: Make sure your turnovers bake evenly. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking.

    Glaze whisked in a bowl.
    Glaze brushed onto homemade cherry turnovers.

    GLAZE AND SERVE: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and heavy cream (or corn syrup). Then glaze the cooled turnovers and allow to set for a few minutes. Serve.

    🔴 TIP: For a smoother glaze, use corn syrup. The glaze made with heavy cream is a creamier glaze but can look cracked when cooled.

    Cherry turnovers on parchment.
    Stack of cherry turnovers.

    WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love cherry pie filling then you’ll love our CHERRY CHEESECAKE HAND PIES.

    Pastry Brush– A pastry brush is perfect for brushing glaze on pastry.

    TIPS FOR THE BEST CHERRY TURNOVER

    Follow these tips to make the best cherry hand pie.

    ✔️ Defrost your puff pastry before unrolling it. If you try to unroll it while it’s still frozen it will crack.

    ✔️ Don’t skip the egg wash! The egg wash helps seal the edges together and therefore prevents the pastry from opening while cooking.

    ✔️ A little filling goes a long way. If you overfill the turnover it will be difficult to close without the cherry filling spilling out the edges. It isn’t the end of the world if that happens. Just clean it off your baking sheet so it doesn’t burn.

    ✔️ Bake until all the puff pastry looks puffed and golden. In some ovens you might need to turn your baking sheet around halfway through cooking to get even cooking.

    ✔️ Allow the pastry to cool before applying glaze.

    HOW TO STORE

    Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate or store on the counter for up to 3 days.

    Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

    Reheating: Use the microwave, air fryer, or toaster oven to reheat leftovers.

    stack of cherry hand pies with hand holding half a turnover

    MORE MINI PIE RECIPES

    We love fruity hand pies, because they are super quick and easy to make and there are just so many different flavor options. They are a great dessert for a dinner party, potluck or summer picnic.

    Raspberry hand pies, peach hand pies, caramel apple cheesecake hand pies or chocolate dipped strawberry hand pies are some of our absolute favorites.

    MORE PUFF PASTRY RECIPES

    Store bought puff pastry is very convenient as you can store it in the freezer for quite a while and it defrosts quickly. Additionally you can use it for either sweet or savory treats. We love turning puff pastry into mini chocolate puff pastries or easy vegetarian pasties, for example.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking handmade cherry turnovers.

    How do I stop the filling from leaking out of my hand pies?

    It is very important not to overfill your hand pies and to make sure the edges of the pastry stay clean. Brush the edges with water or egg wash, press together with a fork or your fingers, then crimp the edges. This should prevent juices from running out.

    Is there a difference between a turnover and a hand pie?

    The only real differences are in the shape (had pies are usually round) and in the dough that is used. Turnovers are often made with puff pastry, but can also be made with a pie crust as well.

    Is it possible to use other fillings for turnovers?

    Yes, of course! You can use whatever fruit pie filling you prefer. We recommend trying raspberry, apple, blueberry or peach.

    Stack of handmade cherry turnovers.
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    Cherry Turnover

    These crispy and flaky puff pastry turnovers filled with mouthwatering cherry pie filling are amazingly delicious and the perfect summer dessert.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword cherry handpie recipe, cherry turnover, handmade cherry turnover recipe, hot to make a turnover with puff pastry
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 472kcal
    Author Andrea + Stef

    Equipment

    • pastry brush
    • baking sheet lined with parchment paper
    • fork and knife
    • small mixing bowl
    • whisk

    Ingredients

    • 2 sheets puff pastry defrosted
    • 1 can cherry pie filling
    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon water

    Glaze Ingredients:

    • ½ cup powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoon heavy cream (or use corn syrup)

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Roll out the defrosted pastry sheets on a lightly floured cutting board or parchment paper.
      rolled out puff pastry sheet
    • Cut each puff pastry sheet into 4 squares.
    • Spoon about 2 tablespoons of pie filling into the center of the puff pastry dough.
      Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top.
    • In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together to make an egg wash.
    • Brush the edges of the pastry square with the egg wash.
      Pastry squares with cherry pie filling on top. Brush basting edges.
    • Gently fold the pastry square over to make a triangle, keeping pie filling inside.
    • Gently press together edges. Transfer pastry to the baking sheet.
      pastry squares folded into triangles on a baking sheet
    • Using a fork, crimp edges to seal.
      Turnovers folded over and being pinched with a fork on a baking sheet.
    • Use a knife to cut 3 slits in the top of the pastry.
      Scoring top with a knife.
    • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is all puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven to cool.
    • In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and heavy cream to make the glaze (or corn syrup).
      Glaze whisked in a bowl.
    • Once turnovers have cooled mostly, spread glaze over the top of the turnover. Allow to set for a few minutes before serving.
      Glaze brushed onto homemade cherry turnovers.

    Notes

    • The glaze made with heavy cream is a creamier glaze but can look cracked when cooled. For a smoother glaze, use corn syrup.
    • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

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