How do you keep the bottom crust of apple pie from getting soggy?

How do you keep the bottom crust of apple pie from getting soggy?

1. Blind Bake. The most common way to ward off a soggy pie crust is by a process called blind baking. Blind baking means you pre-bake the crust (sometimes covered with parchment or foil and weighed down with pie weights to prevent the crust from bubbling up) so that it sets and crisps up before you add any wet filling.

Can I use normal apples for apple pie?

Your go-to Apple Pie Recipe using fresh apples in a homemade crust with very little added sugar. You can use any fresh apples you have and any crust you like. It's so easy you'll be making it every night for dinner.

How long do you bake an apple pie from scratch?

The most common complaint in the world of apple-pie-filling is that the apple slices turn to mush—treating them prior to baking help apples keep their crunch while still cooking all the way through. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar are as important to a pie as anything, but we don't call it "cinnamon and nutmeg sugar pie".

How do I make my apple pie not watery?

A light layer of flour will soak up excess liquid in your filling without changing the flavor of your pie. Sprinkle the flour over the pie crust before you add your pie filling. You can also use ground nuts, though you might be able to taste them in the pie.

How do you thicken apple pie filling?

The most common thickeners used for pie fillings are flour, cornstarch and tapioca. These starches all work well to thicken pie filling juices but not of equal power. All thickeners have advantages and disadvantage. The trick is to use just the right amount to achieve the desired thickness after the pie is baked.

Why did my apple pie turn out mushy?

The filling of the pie turned to mush because Granny Smith apples completely collapse and do turn to mush when fully cooked. (They are great for applesauce for that reason.) Many other apples will become soft but hold their apple shape – not Granny Smith. You indicate you don't have much choice in apple varieties.

How long can you keep an apple pie?

Freshly baked apple pie will keep well for about 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator; cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap. Can you freeze apple pie?

Can I use normal apples for crumble?

When making an apple crumble, it's important to use tart cooking apples in order to get that tang that contrasts well with the buttery topping. If you find you only have eating apples on hand, never fear, you can still use them by adding the juice of a lemon and a healthy pinch of ground spice to the apple mix.