Topsy-Turvy Apple Pie

Health score
1%
Topsy-Turvy Apple Pie
90 min.
8
422kcal

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Looking for a delightful twist on a classic dessert? The Topsy-Turvy Apple Pie is an imaginative take on traditional apple pie that will have your taste buds dancing with joy! This unique recipe involves flipping the pie upside down, allowing the rich, caramelized layer of brown sugar and butter to shine through, giving each slice a decadent topping of pecans that perfectly complements the tender apples. Comforting, delicious, and sure to impress, this pie is not just a treat for the palate but a feast for the eyes as well.

With a prep time of just 90 minutes and enough to serve 8, it’s perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. Imagine the anticipation as you pull this beauty from the oven, its golden crust enveloping a warm, sweet filling. The scent of cinnamon wafting through your home will evoke memories of cozy gatherings and festive celebrations.

Whether enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or served cool with a dollop of whipped cream, this Topsy-Turvy Apple Pie is bound to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire. Add a splash of creativity to your table and delight your guests with this delightful dish that puts a fun spin on a timeless favorite!

Ingredients

  • cups apples peeled thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • tablespoon plus 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup pecan halves 
  • box pie crust refrigerated softened pillsbury®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425 degrees F. In 9-inch glass pie plate, mix brown sugar, butter and corn syrup.
  2. Spread evenly in bottom of pie plate. Arrange pecans over mixture. Make pie crusts as directed on box for Two-Crust Pie, placing bottom crust over mixture in pan.
  3. In small bowl, mix granulated sugar, flour and cinnamon. Arrange half of apple slices in crust-lined pie plate.
  4. Sprinkle with half of sugar mixture. Repeat with remaining apple slices and sugar mixture. Top with second crust; seal edge and flute.
  5. Cut slits in several places in top crust.
  6. Place pie on sheet of foil on middle oven rack in oven; bake 8 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F; bake 35 to 45 minutes longer or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown. Immediately run knife around edge of pie to loosen.
  7. Place serving plate upside down over pie; turn serving plate and pie plate over.
  8. Remove pie plate.
  9. Serve warm or cool with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories422kcal
Protein3.74%
Fat39.86%
Carbs56.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.64
Glycemic Load
15.38
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.3017390987471%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.65mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.26mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
4.76mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:421.51kcal
21.08%
Fat:19.09g
29.38%
Saturated Fat:5.38g
33.64%
Carbohydrates:60.78g
20.26%
Net Carbohydrates:57.32g
20.84%
Sugar:32.17g
35.74%
Cholesterol:3.76mg
1.25%
Sodium:220.22mg
9.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.03g
8.06%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.05%
Fiber:3.46g
13.84%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.69%
Folate:41.8µg
10.45%
Iron:1.69mg
9.37%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
8%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.2%
Copper:0.14mg
6.81%
Phosphorus:62.81mg
6.28%
Selenium:3.94µg
5.63%
Vitamin K:5.41µg
5.15%
Magnesium:19.28mg
4.82%
Potassium:153.21mg
4.38%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.75%
Vitamin C:2.95mg
3.57%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.38%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.14%
Calcium:25.77mg
2.58%
Vitamin A:81.82IU
1.64%
Source:Allrecipes