CHAI-SPICE APPLE PIE

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The apple pie takes on the flavors of Indian chai (tea). A blend of fennel seeds and ground cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom offers a unique and spicy rendition of this fall favorite dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch double-crust pie

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1 recipe Pate Brisee
3 pounds pounds assorted apples, such as Macoun, Granny Smith, and Cortland
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sanding sugar

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured work surface, rollout one dough disk to a 13-inch round,about 1/8 inch thick. Brush off flour. Fitdough into a 9-inch pie plate; trim to a1/4-inch overhang. Chill 30 minutes.
  • Peel, core, and cut apples into 1/2-inchslices. In a large bowl, gently toss appleswith lemon juice, brown sugar, flour, salt,fennel, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees, with a bakingsheet on center rack. Arrange apple mixtureon dough; dot with butter. Roll outremaining disk as above; drape over pieplate. Trim to a 1/2-inch overhang, andfold under bottom dough; crimp with afork. Cut a 1/4-inch hole in center; makefour slits. Chill at least 15 minutes.
  • Cut dough scraps into shapes, and adhere to pie with egg white. Brush over entire pie with egg white, sprinkle with sanding sugar. Bake on heated sheet until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Reduce oven heat to 350 degrees; continue baking until juices are bubbling, 30 to 35 minutes more. Let cool on a wire rack.

Leah Mack
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This pie is amazing! I love the combination of apples and chai spices. It's the perfect dessert for a cold winter day.


Guy Derbyshire
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Ruma Zeba
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I've made this pie several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for a fall gathering.


Tyiesha Richards
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This pie is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious, and the chai spice blend makes it extra special.


Bridget Phiri
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I'm not a big fan of apple pie, but I really enjoyed this one. The chai spice blend added a nice twist to the classic flavor.


paige fennemore
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the chai spice blend.


kundai Musiiwa
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and beautiful pie that is sure to impress your guests.


Bishwanatha Yadav
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I love the unique flavor of this pie. The chai spice blend is a perfect complement to the apples.


Janet Kolliegbo
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This pie is the perfect fall dessert! The chai spice blend adds a warm and cozy flavor that is perfect for a chilly day.


CH IRFAN
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Not bad!


Abdullah Jaam
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Meh.


Tshepo Keupilwe
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This pie was a disappointment. The crust was tough and the filling was bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Raashi Sheen
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I'm not a huge fan of chai spice, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The pie was delicious. The chai spice flavor was subtle, but it really complemented the apples.


Chima Darlington
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This pie was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The crust was good, but the filling was a bit runny.


Saba Zahid
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out great! The chai spice blend really shines through and gives the pie a wonderful flavor. The crust is also very good.


Soe-Marie Nicholson
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This pie is amazing! The chai spice blend gives it a really unique and delicious flavor. The crust is also perfect - flaky and buttery. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sara Maarabouni
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I've made this pie twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chai spice blend is a perfect addition to the classic apple pie flavor. The pie is always moist and flavorful, and the crust is nice and flaky.


CK STAR
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This apple pie was a hit! The chai spice blend added a warm and unique flavor that everyone loved. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was perfectly spiced and gooey. I will definitely be making this pie again.