Classic Dutch Apple Pie from the Rijksmuseum Cookbook

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and reduces saturated fat.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds moisture and flavor.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are a healthier nut option.

Put 300 grams of flour in a bowl.

Add a little bit of salt and sugar.

Cut cold butter into pieces and add to the flour.

Mix the butter into the flour until it resembles a smooth ball.

Add 1 egg and 2 tablespoons of ice-cold water to the mixture.

Wrap the dough in plastic film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Soak the raisins in hot water.

Add sugar and cinnamon to the filling.

Mix in custard powder to the filling.

Roll out the dough after it has chilled for at least half an hour.

Use breadcrumbs on the bottom of the pie pan to absorb moisture from the filling.

Put the filling into the dough.

Place the pie into the oven and bake for 1 hour.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens