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Rustic BBQ Apple Pie

Writer's picture: Dirk HoutveenDirk Houtveen

An apple pie from the BBQ combines the classic flavors of a traditional apple pie with a subtle smoky flavor and a crispy crust. Baked in a cast iron pan or a heat-resistant dish, the pie is slow-cooked on the barbecue. Perfect for a summer evening or a special end to a BBQ party.



Ingredients:


For the dough:


  • 300 g flour

  • 200 g cold butter, cubed

  • 100 g sugar

  • 1 egg

  • Pinch of salt


For the filling:


  • 4-5 medium apples (e.g. Goudreinetten or Elstar)

  • 50 g sugar (optional more for sweeter cake)

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp cornflour or flour (to absorb moisture)

  • 100 g raisins

  • Juice of half a lemon

  • Dash of brandy or cognac


Extra:


  • Cast iron pan (approx. 24-26 cm diameter)

  • Butter to grease the pan

  • Crushed Pistachio Nuts for Garnish (optional)


Preparation:


1.      Making dough:


-       Mix the flour, sugar and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Add the cold butter and rub with your fingers until the mixture is crumbly.

-       Add the egg and knead quickly into a cohesive dough. Form a ball, wrap in plastic wrap and let rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.


2.      Preparing stuffing:


-       Well the raisins for 2 hours in Brandy or Cognac

-       Peel the apples, remove the cores and cut into thin slices.

-       In a large bowl, mix the apples with sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, cornflour, lemon juice and the soaked raisins.


3.      Prepare pan:


-       Preheat the BBQ indirectly to 180°C

-       Grease the cast iron pan well with butter.


4.      Putting together apple pie:


-       Spread two-thirds of the dough over the bottom and sides of the pan, creating an even crust.

-       Fill the pan with the apple mixture and press lightly.

-       Roll out the remaining dough and cover the apples. You can make a full lid, a grid pattern, or simply spread some pieces of dough on top.


5.      Bake:


-       Bake the apple pie on the BBQ for 45-50 minutes with the lid closed until the dough is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

- Garnisch the apple pie with Pistachio Nuts (optional)

- Allow the pie to cool slightly in the pan before slicing.


Enjoy ...

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