Monday, February 13, 2012

Apple Pie with Cinnamon Roll Crust



If you saw this tweet: 


Then you knew this was coming. 


The title is intriguing...and so is the crust. I found the original idea for the crust here. She did a sweet potato pie, but hey, who doesn't love a good fruit pie? This is really just a classic apple pie with a fun crust. Super easy, and slightly fun. I used two Pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts, but you could totally one up me and make your own. Just make enough for a top and bottom crust! 




Apple Pie with Cinnamon Roll Crust


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Ingredients


1 package refrigerated pie crusts
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon cinnamon
5 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Handful of dried cranberries (optional)


Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roll out one pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Brush with butter and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon. 


Roll up tightly and slice into 1/2-inch rounds, like miniature cinnamon rolls.


Press miniature cinnamon rolls, flat side down, evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate, making sure there are no spaces between the rolls. Set aside.




In large bowl, mix sugar, 1/4 cup flour, the cinnamon, nutmeg and cranberries. Stir in apples until well mixed. Spoon into pie plate. 


Roll other round of pastry into 10-inch round. Fold into fourths and cut slits so steam can escape. Unfold top pastry over filling; trim overhanging edge 1 inch from rim of plate. Fold and roll top edge under lower edge, pressing on rim to seal; flute as desired. Brush with milk, and sprinkle with sugar, if desired. Cover edge with 2- to 3-inch strip of foil to prevent excessive browning. Bake 40 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes. 




Let cool 20-30 minutes before slicing. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. 


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43 comments:

Allison said...

Looks delicious! (love your blog, btw!) :)

Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings said...

Oh. My. Goodness. You did NOT just do this to me?!?!? Yep, you did. Haha! Looks soooooo good!

We received our Fitbook in the mail over the weekend. Thank you so much!! If I make this pie, am I supposed to circle the happy face or the sad face for that day's food log?!? 'Cause I'm pretty sure I'd be HAPPY!

Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

the mom diggity said...

I did this a few months ago....but with a CHOCOLATE pie! YUUUUUM! I bet the apple is yummy too! But really? What isn't good with cinnamon rolls?

Rachel said...

Hi, I'm new to your blog. I think I'll be here a lot. I love baking and trying new food. That looks absolutely amazing. Thanks for posting.

Lauren said...

Umm this looks amazing!!

Allison said...

Thank you!!

Allison said...

Ha!! I know...I don't know why I do it to myself either. I'm so glad you like your fitbook!!

Allison said...

Oh my! Chocolate AND cinnamon rolls?? Overload. Yum!

Allison said...

Thanks, Rachel! So glad you found me!

Allison said...

Thanks, friend! Now I just have to stop myself before I eat it all.

Leah said...

looks soooooo delicious - served warm on a cold day like today seems fitting!

by the way - I've awarded you with the Versatile Blogger Award on my blog. :)

Unknown said...

This looks so good! I would love for you to come by and link up to my Recipe Party at The Sweet Spot!

Allison said...

Wow! Thank you so much! What a blessing!

Allison said...

that's what i'm saying! thanks for stopping by!

Allison said...

Thank you!

Heather Rae said...

This looks delicious... and beautiful! Thank you for linking up with Make-It-Yourself Monday! Have a fabulous day and a festive Valentine's Day tomorrow!

Blair said...

I'm pretty sure I could hurt myself with this!

HayleyGrace said...

My mouth is watering right now! This looks so delicious!

Allison said...

Thank you! You too! Thanks for hosting!

Allison said...

Ha! I think I HAVE hurt myself with it!!! Thanks for stopping by!

Allison said...

Thank you! I MUST get it out of my kitchen!!

Allison said...

Thanks for the support, Emily! Headed your way!

Yvette | Classic Glam Blog said...

mmm ohmyGOSH does this look delicious!! Thanks for the follow, by the way! I followed back.

Best Wishes from, Classic+Glam

Allison said...

Thank you!!

Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops} said...

That looks Delicious! Thanks for sharing :)

Q @ JAQS said...

Looks great :)

Love for you to share it at my linky party here if you haven't already :)
http://www.jaqsstudio.com/2012/02/made-by-me-18-linky-party-and-features.html

Six Sisters said...

This Looks AMAZING! I Love apple pie and cinammon rolls! We would love it if you would come share with us at Six Sister's Stuff Link Party every Saturday! www.sixsistersstuff.com.
ps. Your Jeffery R Holland quote is one of my favs! :)

Marilyn said...

This simply looks AMAZING.. Wish I could scratch and sniff : )) heehee.. LOVE it.. Would LOVE if you could please link it up via my Pin'Inspirational Thursday's linky party happening now pweeease.. ? http://www.theartsygirlconnection.com/2012/02/pininspirational-thursday-21-linky.html I would sincerely appreciate it.. : )) ps: I have a free blog review happening if you are interested ~ http://www.theartsygirlconnection.com/2012/02/blog-loving-better-blogging-series-1.html .. Wishing you an amazing evening.. Happy rest of the week.. ~Marilyn

Jana said...

Sounds delightful & sinful. Thanks for linking up at Giggles, Glitz & Glam.

Allison said...

Thanks for the invite!

Marigene said...

That sounds delicious...apple pie and cinnamon rolls are my husband's favorites...to have it in one dessert would make him a happy man!

Allison said...

Thank you! I think you would both enjoy!

Unknown said...

Oh, man! seriously?! I literally just ate dinner and you have me drooling and hungry here. Thanks soooo much for sharing at Shine on Fridays!!

momto8 said...

looks sooo good....and with those cranberries...double, triple yum!!

Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon Designs said...

This looks so delicious! I will have to try this for sure! Thanks for sharing it with us!

Unknown said...

Yum!! That looks soooo delicious!!

Allison said...

Ha! That happens to me all the time when I read blogs! Thanks for hosting.

Allison said...

Thank you! I love cranberries in apple pie too!

Allison said...

Thanks for hosting!

Ladies Holiday said...

Oh my, oh my that looks so GOOD!!! Can't wait to try!

Lady Behind The Curtain said...

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Trish - Mom On Timeout said...

Wow this both sounds and looks amazing! What a fantastic idea! Thanks so much for sharing at Taking A Timeout Thursday!

Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch said...

I love this idea! Delish! My Granny use to make little cinnamon rolls or cookies out of the left over pie dough!

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