No time but craving a good apple pie? This quick apple pie recipe is made in just 30 minutes using store-bought pastry. Simple, fast, and delicious!
Ingredients
For the base
- 1 sheet of ready-rolled shortcrust pastry (or puff pastry)
- 4 to 5 apples (Reinette, Granny Smith, or Golden)
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Optional glaze
- 2 tbsp apricot jam
- 1 tbsp water
Equipment
- A 26 cm pie dish
- A knife
- A baking sheet
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Apples (5 min)
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. You can also use an apple slicer for speed.
Step 2: Assemble (5 min)
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Unroll the pastry into your pie dish
- Arrange the apple slices evenly
- Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon
- Add small pieces of butter on top
Step 3: Bake (20 min)
Bake for 20 minutes until the apples are golden and the crust is cooked.
Step 4: Glaze (optional)
Heat the apricot jam with a little water and brush the top of the pie for a beautiful shine.
Tips for a Perfect Express Pie
Choosing the Right Apples
For a quick pie, choose apples that cook fast:
- Granny Smith: tart, holds its shape well
- Golden Delicious: sweet, cooks quickly
- Gala: balanced, quick to caramelize
Time-Saving Tricks
- Use pre-sliced apples from the supermarket
- Opt for ready-made pastry (it's just as good!)
- Slice apples thinly for faster cooking
Variations
With Puff Pastry
Swap shortcrust for puff pastry for a lighter, flakier result. Reduce sugar by 1 tbsp as puff pastry is already buttery.
Apple and Pear
Add 2 pears for a fruity twist. Pears cook faster, so slice them thicker.
Summary
| Step | Time | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Prep | 5 min | Peel and slice apples |
| Assemble | 5 min | Arrange on pastry, add sugar |
| Bake | 20 min | Oven at 200°C |
| Total | 30 min | Ready to serve! |
Want to go further? Discover our complete apple pie recipe!
