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Romanian Apple Pie

Cultural Context

Romanian Apple Pie, or Placinta cu Mere, has roots in the traditional cuisine of Romania, often made during harvest season when apples are plentiful. This comforting dessert is a staple at family gatherings and festive occasions, symbolizing warmth and hospitality. Its layers of flaky pastry and sweet, spiced apples have made it a beloved treat beyond Romania, inspiring variations in neighboring countries.

RomanianROdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
500gm apple
50 sugar
1 tsp cinnamon powder
216gm maida
40ml milk
40ml water
84ml oil
180gm sugar
1 tsp vanilla

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative with a similar texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness and moisture.

apples

🥗Healthier: pears

💰Cheaper: frozen apples

Pears can be a lower-cost substitute with a similar flavor profile.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds are a healthier nut option, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

1

Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F).

2

Peel and core the apples, then slice them thinly.

3

Mix the sliced apples with 50g sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon powder in a bowl.

4

In a separate bowl, combine 216g maida, 180g sugar, and add 1 tsp vanilla.

5

In another bowl, mix together 40ml milk and 40ml water with 84ml oil.

6

Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth.

7

Spread the dough into a greased jelly roll pan or oven tray.

8

Layer the cooked apple mixture over the dough evenly.

9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingslicingbakingcooking

Equipment Needed

jelly roll panmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Placinta cu Mere

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