Indulge in the classic dessert of an upside-down apple pie, a delightful treat that combines the aromatic sweetness of apples with the buttery crunch of a golden crust. This tempting dessert has a rich history, dating back to the 18th century. With its stunning presentation of caramelized apples peeking through the golden crust, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect upside-down apple pie, ensuring a delicious and memorable experience.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE PECAN PIE
This is by far the best apple pie I've ever had, and anyone who likes apple pie who has tried it agrees, this is a wonderful variation of an all-American favorite. Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Provided by TJ4GOD721
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a 9 inch deep-dish pie pan, combine pecans, brown sugar and margarine; spread into a single layer. Roll out dough, and place bottom crust over pecan mixture.
- In a large bowl, combine apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour into crust in pan. Top with second crust. Fold edges of crust over, and flute to seal edges. Make several small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
- Place pan on foil or cookie sheet during baking to guard against spillage. Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and apples are tender.
- Cool pie in pan for 5 minutes. Place serving plate over pie, and flip to invert, being careful not to come in contact with molten sugar. If some of the nuts stick to the pan, remove them with a knife, and place on pie. Allow to cool for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 326.2 mg, Sugar 30 g
APPLE PIE UPSIDE-DOWN PUMPKIN CAKE
Fresh apples and pumpkin come together in this upside-down dessert that makes 2 cakes, so it's sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Spray bottom and sides of 2 (8-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray; line bottom with cooking parchment paper.
- In each cake pan, stir 1/4 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar and 2 tablespoons water until well blended. Arrange 1 cup apple slices over brown sugar mixture in each pan; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread 2 cups cake batter over apple slices in each pan.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Run knife around side of pans to loosen cakes. Cool pans on cooling rack 5 minutes. Place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over. Remove pan. Repeat with remaining cake. Serve cakes warm with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g
UPSIDE DOWN CARAMEL APPLE PIE
Really good Apple Pecan pie.
Provided by Donna
Categories Desserts Pies Apple Pie Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out pie crusts, and set aside. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice; set aside.
- Combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; spread in bottom of a 9 inch pie dish (glass or ceramic works best). Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Cover with one pie crust. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
- Arrange half of the apples in pastry lined plate. Sprinkle with half the brown sugar mixture. Repeat layers. Cover with remaining pie crust, fold top edge under, and crimp. Cut a few slits in the top to vent steam.
- Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes. Loosen edge of pie, and carefully invert pie onto a serving dish. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.2 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 252.1 mg, Sugar 28.1 g
UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE PIE
This pie has won eight ribbons at area fairs. People say it looks and tastes like a giant apple-cinnamon bun. I take time off from work around the holidays to fill pie requests from family and friends. The recipe has become everyone's favorite. -Susan Frisch, Germansville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening and butter until crumbly. Gradually add orange juice, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide dough into two balls. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. , Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with heavy-duty foil, leaving 1-1/2 in. beyond edge; coat the foil with cooking spray. Combine 4 tablespoons butter, brown sugar and pecans; spoon into prepared pie plate. , In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and remaining butter; toss gently., On waxed paper, roll out one ball of pastry to fit pie plate. Place pastry over nut mixture, pressing firmly against mixture and sides of plate; trim to 1 in. beyond plate edge. Fill with apple mixture. , Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim to 1/4 in. beyond plate edge. Fold bottom pastry over top pastry; seal and flute edges. Cut four 1-in. slits in top pastry. , Bake at 375° for 50-55 minutes or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown (cover edges with foil during the last 20 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary)., Cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack. Invert onto a serving platter; carefully remove foil. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over pie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
SPICED UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE PIE
My grandma taught me to make this pie when I was 4. Over the years, I've kept it about the same with just a few changes. Flip it out the second it stops bubbling. The glaze makes it look especially delicious. -Francine Bryson, Pickens, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Arrange pecans, with rounded sides facing down, on the bottom of a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate; drizzle with butter. Sprinkle with brown sugar; press lightly., Roll out dough to fit the pie plate; place over brown sugar. Press the crust firmly against brown sugar and sides of pie plate. Trim edges., In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, pie spice and nutmeg. Add the apples, lemon juice and vanilla; toss to coat. Fill crust. Roll out remaining dough to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edges. Cut slits in crust., Place a foil-lined baking sheet on a rack below the pie to catch any spills. Bake pie at 450° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°. Bake until top is golden brown and apples are tender, 40-45 minutes longer. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm., PASTRY FOR DOUBLE CRUST PIE, Combine 21/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 tsp salt; cut in 1 cup cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add 1/3=2/3 cup ice water, tossing with a fork until the dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 825 calories, Fat 53g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 409mg sodium, Carbohydrate 87g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE PECAN PIE
I combined two of my favorite recipes to come up with this sensational pie. It won the local apple pie contest a few years ago. I usually make two pies because we always end up wanting more. -Becky Berger, Deerfield, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cover and pulse until blended. Add butter and shortening; pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. While processing, gradually add water until dough forms a ball., Divide dough in half so that one portion is slightly larger than the other; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 45 minutes or until easy to handle., Coat a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray. Line bottom and sides of plate with parchment; coat paper with cooking spray and set aside., In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and butter; stir in pecans. Arrange in the bottom of prepared pie plate with rounded sides of pecans facing down., On a lightly floured surface, roll out larger portion of dough to fit bottom and sides of pie plate. Transfer to plate; press the crust firmly against pecans and sides of pie plate. Trim edge., In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, butter and cinnamon. Add apples; toss to coat. Fill crust. Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim and seal edges. Cut slits in pastry., Place a foil-lined baking sheet on a rack below the pie to catch any spills. Bake pie at 375° for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown. Carefully loosen the parchment around edge of pie; invert hot pie onto a serving plate. Remove paper. Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 791 calories, Fat 44g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 96g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
UPSIDE-DOWN SOUTHERN APPLE PIE
Make and share this Upside-Down Southern Apple Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bliss
Categories Pie
Time 55m
Yield 1 9inch pie
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spread butter in bottom of 9" deep-dish pieplate.
- Arrange pecan halves, rounded sides down, on bottom of pieplate; gentle press into butter.
- Sprinkle 2/3 c.
- brown sugar over pecans, and gently press.
- Roll half of pastry to 1/8" thickness on lightly floured surface; transfer to a pieplate; and press firmly onto bottom and sides of pieplate.
- Trim off excess pastry along edges; set saide.
- Combine apples and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine 1/3 c.
- brown sugar and remaining ingredients Sprinkle over apple mixture, and toss gently.
- Spoon apple filling evenly into pastry shell.
- Roll remaining pastry to 1/8" thickness; transfer to top of pie.
- Trim off excess pastry along edges.
- Fold edges under, and flute.
- Prick top of crust with a fork for steam to escape.
- Bake at 450° for 10 min.
- Reduce temperature to 350°, and bake an additional 30-40 min.
- Cool 5 minutes.
- Place plate on top of pie, and invert.
- Yield: one 9" pie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3950.1, Fat 214.8, SaturatedFat 63.5, Cholesterol 122, Sodium 2872.8, Carbohydrate 502.2, Fiber 38.8, Sugar 294.3, Protein 31.7
UPSIDE-DOWN SOUTHERN APPLE PECAN PIE
Make and share this Upside-down Southern Apple Pecan Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 1 9inch pie
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spoon butter in bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Arrange pecan halves around bottom of pan.
- Sprinkle 2/3 cup brown sugar over pecans.
- Press one of the prepared pie crusts into bottom and along sides of the pan (over the pecans and sugar); trim off excess pastry.
- In a bowl, combine apples and lemon.
- Combine 1/3 cup brown sugar and remaining ingredients; toss gently, and add/mix in with the apples.
- Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the crust in the pie pan.
- Top with remaining pie pastry; fold edges over and flute.
- Prick the crust a few times with a fork.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees, and bake for another 30-40 minutes.
- Cool 5 minutes, then turn the pie upside down on a pie plate.
UPSIDE DOWN APPLE PECAN PIE
Creative and so tasty, this apple pecan pie is a winner! We were a little nervous when flipping the pie, but we were very excited as released from the pie plate. It's a very impressive pie. The pecans are caramelized sugary goodness. A soft warm apple layer has the perfect balance of spices. Serve with ice cream and you have a...
Provided by francine bryson
Categories Pies
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Rub softened butter on the bottom and sides of a deep-dish pie pan. Place pecans round side down till cover whole inside of the pan.
- 2. Spread brown sugar till all nuts are covered. ,
- 3. Place one pie crust on top of nuts. Press until forms the bottom of pan. Set aside.
- 4. In a bowl, place lemon juice, flour, white sugar, spices, and vanilla. Mix well. Add sliced apples and toss until coated. Pour into pie crust making as even as you can.
- 5. Cover with other pie crust. Fold over sides crimp together (don't worry about how it looks this is the bottom of your pie). Poke holes at random with a fork for steam.
- 6. Place in 450 oven for 10 mins. Reduce heat to 350 for 45 mins.
- 7. Remove from oven. Let sit till the bubbling stops. Important: you must flip this over to serve while it's still hot. The pecans are the top of your pie should be very shiny and all pastry is covered.
- 8. Serve warm with ice cream.
CINNAMON-APPLE UPSIDE-DOWN PIE
Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey
Categories project, dessert
Time 2h
Yield Ten to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the crust, put the flour, sugar and butter into the container of a food processor and cover with the lid. Gradually add only enough cold water so that the dough comes loose from the sides and can be shaped into a ball.
- If a food processor is not used, put the flour and sugar in a mixing bowl. Add the butter and cut it in with two knives or a pastry blender until the mixture looks like coarse cornmeal. Using a fork, toss the mixture while adding just enough water so that the pastry holds together and can be shaped into a ball.
- Remove the dough and flour lightly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.
- To make the filling, pour the melted butter into a round dish measuring about one and one-half inches deep and nine to 10 inches in diameter.
- Sprinkle the bottom of the dish evenly with brown sugar, lemon rind and a neat dusting of the cornstarch.
- Put the currants in a small bowl and add hot water to cover. Set aside.
- Peel the apples and cut them into quarters. Cut away and discard the cores and stems. Cut each quarter into four lengthwise pieces of more or less equal size. .
- Put the pieces in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon. Toss to blend. Put half of the apple pieces neatly in layers over the bottom of the dish. Drain the currants and sprinkle them over the apples. Arrange the remaining apple pieces in layers over the currants. Sprinkle the rum over all.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Roll out the pastry to more or less fit the top of the pan. If there is an overlapping edge, fold this edge over toward the center, pressing it down to fit around the filling. The pastry should fit neatly and not overlap the top and edges of the dish.
- Place in the oven and bake one hour.
- Remove from the oven and let cool briefly.
- Run a knife around the inside rim of the pie. Place a dish over the pie. Invert the pie quickly onto the plate. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 284, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 8 milligrams, Sugar 23 grams, TransFat 1 gram
DEEP DISH APPLE PIE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE
With this recipe, you CAN have your cake and eat it too!! A "Company's Coming" dessert that is different and decadent.
Provided by Boyz 5
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 8 sm. cakes, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 360°F.
- For this recipe, will need 8 individual-sized baking dishes such as souffle cups or ramekins.
- Prepare souffle cups OR ramekins by buttering bottom and sides of cups and lining bottoms with cut-to-fit parchment or waxed paper circles.
- Prepare pound cake according to package directions and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, break up apple pie (crust and all) into bite-sized pieces.
- Place 3 tablespoons of caramel sauce in bottom of each souffle cup or ramekin and then top with 3 to 4 tablespoons of apple-pie pieces, arranging them evenly over caramel.
- Carefully spoon cake batter into each baking cup, filling to just below the rim; place filled baking cups on cookie sheet or baking tray.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool for 45 minutes.
- To serve, run knife around sides of each cake to loosen; then place dessert plate over top of baking cup and flip over, jostling dish slightly to fully remove cake and sauce.
- Garnish with whipped cream and apple slices, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.8, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 95, Sodium 406.2, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 0.8, Protein 3
UPSIDE DOWN APPLE PIE
My mom made this a few times. It is such a pretty pie and delicious too. A little involved but worth the time and calories. Top it off with some whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Kimi Gaines
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray. Preheat of to 425F.
- 2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and butter; stir in pecans. Arrange in the bottom of prepared pie plate and rounded sides of pecans facing down.
- 3. In large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, butter and cinnamon. Add apples and toss to coat. Fill crust.
- 4. To arrange..pecans on the bottom, then crust, then filling and then other crust. Brush top crust with butter and sprinkle with sugar.
- 5. Place pie on cookie sheet in case of boil over. Cook for 15 minutes on 425F. Turn oven down to 375F for 45 minutes. If crust is getting too brown; cover with pie crust shield or aluminum foil. Cool for 15 minutes then invert on a plate. Serve with ice cream or whipped topping.
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when baked, such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, or Honeycrisp.
- Peel and slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet: This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the apples from burning.
- Cook the apples until they are tender but still hold their shape: This will take about 10-15 minutes.
- Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet: This will help to prevent the crust from sticking.
- Make sure the butter is cold before adding it to the flour: This will help to create a flaky crust.
- Do not overmix the dough: Overmixing will result in a tough crust.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out: This will help to make the dough easier to handle.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling: This will take about 45-50 minutes.
- Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving: This will help the filling to set.
Conclusion:
Upside-down apple pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, tender apples, and sweet caramel sauce, it is sure to be a hit with everyone. By following these tips, you can make the perfect upside-down apple pie every time.
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