Best 2 Zucchini Mock Apple Pie Recipes

Zucchini mock apple pie is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This pie is made with a flaky crust and a sweet and tangy filling made with zucchini, apples, and spices. It is a great way to use up summer zucchini and it is a fun and easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI PIE "MOCK APPLE PIE"

Zucchini Pie

If you never told a soul they would think that you were serving them real apple pie, instead of zucchini pie.... it's that good

Provided by Serena 485247

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 2 pies, 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

18 inches regular pie crusts
2 rolled pie crusts (or just make your own crusts)
6 cups zucchini, pealed (sliced or chunked)
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash salt
2 cups sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
2 1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 dash nutmeg
4 1/2 tablespoons flour

Steps:

pre heat oven to 400 degrees.
cook zucchini until tender, drain water well add in salt and lemon juice.
Add all dry ingredients together mix well. (I added a pinch or two of brown sugar also).
take and add drained zucchini to the dry ingredients mix well, will be runny but that's ok it will set up.
Dump filling in 2 9 inch unbaked pie crusts and dot with butter on top add the top pie crust and seal edges make vent holes on top.
Put into oven at 400 degrees for 40 minutes or until golden brown.

MOCK APPLE PIE (ZUCCHINI)

MOCK APPLE PIE (ZUCCHINI) image

Categories Vegetable Dessert Bake

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

Peel zucchini, remove centers and cut up as for apple pie to fill three cups. Place in bowl and mix well with:
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 Tablespoon tapioca
1 Tablespoon flour

Steps:

Let stand while preparing crust. Add: 1 Tablespoon vinegar 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup sugar + cinnamon Dot with butter. Cover with top crust and bake 375° for 1 1/2 hour. Might spill over in oven.

Tips:

Choose small to medium-sized zucchini for a better texture and flavor in your mock apple pie.
Use a vegetable peeler to remove the zucchini's skin easily and quickly.
To achieve a more authentic apple pie flavor, sprinkle some lemon juice over the zucchini.
For a sweeter pie, add more sugar to the filling. You can also use a combination of white and brown sugar for a richer flavor.
If you don't have ground cinnamon, you can use a cinnamon stick. Just make sure to remove it before serving.
To make the pie crust, you can use a pre-made pie crust or make your own using the recipe provided in the article.
If you're using a pre-made pie crust, be sure to thaw it according to the package instructions.
To prevent the pie crust from getting soggy, brush it with a beaten egg wash before baking.
Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Zucchini mock apple pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up extra zucchini and it's also a healthier alternative to traditional apple pie. With its sweet and tangy filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So, next time you're looking for a unique and delicious dessert, give zucchini mock apple pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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