Description
Rhubarb Apple Pie combines the tartness of rhubarb with the sweetness of apples for a perfect balance, encased in a buttery, flaky crust. A spiced filling with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla makes every bite irresistible.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
6–8 tablespoons ice water
2 cups rhubarb, chopped into ½-inch pieces
3 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Divide the dough into two disks, wrap each in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- In a large bowl, toss the rhubarb, apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla until well combined. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the dough into the dish.
- Pour in the prepared filling and spread it evenly. Dot the filling with butter pieces.
- Roll out the second disk of dough and place it on top of the filling. Trim any excess dough, pinch the edges to seal, and cut vents for steam.
- Bake the pie for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce the heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40–50 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- If the crust browns too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
- Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
Add berries like strawberries or raspberries for extra flavor.
For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Consider adding a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom for extra warmth and complexity in the filling.
Leftover pie can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
If freezing, you can freeze the unbaked pie for up to 3 months. Add 10–15 extra minutes to the baking time when baking from frozen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg