Nostalgic comfort desserts
From Grandma's kitchen to modern bakeries, childhood favorites capture our hearts. Each recipe tells a story. It weaves together flavors that evoke memories of family gatherings and weekend baking sessions. Nostalgic comfort desserts represent more than sugar and ingredients—they represent emotional connections that transcend time.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Rolling Pin
- Large mixing bowl
- Pastry blender or fork
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife
- Pastry brush
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter
- 6-7 medium Granny Smith apples
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by cutting cold butter into flour until crumbly
- Gradually add ice water, forming a smooth dough
- Chill dough for 30 minutes
- Peel and slice apples into thin, uniform pieces
- Mix apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch
- Roll out bottom crust and place in pie dish
- Add apple filling
- Cover with top crust, crimp edges, and cut ventilation slits
- Brush with egg wash
- Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until golden brown
- Cool on rack for 2-3 hours before serving