UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE PIE

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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

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons shortening
2 tablespoons cold butter
5 to 7 tablespoons orange juice
FILLING:
6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
8 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples (about 1/8 inch thick)
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons orange juice

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.

Kelebogile Skhosana
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I can't wait to make this pie again soon.


Olajide Samuel
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This pie is a classic for a reason. It's delicious and always a hit at parties.


Gloria Takaedzwa
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves apple pie.


Yesenia Ramos
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This upside-down apple pie was a fun and easy recipe to make. It's a great dessert for a special occasion.


Lam Talukder
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I'm not a big fan of apple pie, but I thought this recipe was pretty good.


HAPPY Entertainment
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The crust on my pie didn't turn out as flaky as I would have liked, but the filling was delicious.


Dwivedy.anupam Anupam
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This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Hadi raza
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I love how this pie looks when it's finished baking. The apples on top are so pretty.


Amen Ray
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The upside-down apple pie was delicious! The apples were soft and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly flaky.


Naveed hussain Hussain
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the pie turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Terrence Washington
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I've made this pie several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The presentation is beautiful, and the taste is even better.


Deshia Kitchen
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This upside-down apple pie was a hit! The apples were caramelized and gooey, and the crust was flaky and golden brown.