This mock apple pie looks and tastes just like a traditional apple pie but is made without any apples! It's perfect for those who want the flavor of apple pie without the fruit.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 30 g butter
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 prepared pie crust
- 36 saltine crackers
- 480 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cream of tartar. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
Step 3
Add lemon juice and continue to simmer for a few more minutes.
Step 4
Break the saltine crackers into roughly 1-inch pieces and place them in the prepared pie crust.
Step 5
Pour the hot sugar mixture over the crackers, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the mixture and dot with small pieces of butter.
Step 7
Cover with the second pie crust, crimping the edges to seal.
Step 8
Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Step 10
Allow the pie to cool before serving.