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Old Fashioned Applesauce Pie

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8 slices

Ingredients

Pie Filling

  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell

Optional Crumble Topping

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter cut into small pieces

Instructions

Make the Pie

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place unbaked pie shell in a 9-inch pie plate and set on a baking sheet.
  • In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth. Add melted butter, applesauce, flour, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice (if using). Whisk until well combined.
  • Pour filling into the unbaked pie shell.

Add Crumble Topping (Optional)

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter with a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over the pie filling.

Bake and Cool

  • Bake for 40-45 minutes until the filling is set but the center still jiggles slightly. Cover crust edges with foil if they brown too fast.
  • Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve cold for the best texture.

Notes

  • Serve cold: This pie is best served chilled. The custard sets up in the fridge and slices cleanly.
  • Unsweetened applesauce: If using sweetened applesauce, reduce sugar to ½ cup.
  • Don't overbake: The center should jiggle slightly when done. It firms up as it cools.
  • Storage: Cover and refrigerate up to 3-4 days. Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.
  • Crust: Store-bought or homemade pie crust both work great.