This classic apple pie is a delightful dessert with a moist, tender crumb and the fresh taste of apples. It’s perfect for any occasion, and the addition of yogurt makes it extra moist and flavorful.
Preparation Time
Preparation: 20 minutes
Baking: 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 20 minutes
Ingredients
300 g flour (2+1/4 cups)
3 eggs
150 g sugar (2/3 cup)
2 pots of natural yogurt (approximately 250 g or 1 cup)
1 lemon (zest and juice)
60 ml vegetable oil or 80 g butter (1/4 cup)
16 g baking powder (1+1/2 tablespoons)
2 apples, cut into thin slices
Icing sugar (optional, for dusting)
Directions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 22 cm (8-9 inches) baking pan.
Prepare the Batter:
Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the yogurt, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and the grated zest of one lemon. Mix well to combine.
Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and baking powder together and gradually add to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
Prepare the Apples:
Slice Apples: Peel, core, and cut the apples into thin slices.
Add Lemon Juice: Squeeze the lemon juice over the apple slices to prevent them from browning and to add extra flavor.
Assemble the Pie:
Layer Batter and Apples: Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan. Arrange a layer of apple slices over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the apples and smooth the top with a spatula. Arrange the remaining apple slices on top in a decorative pattern.
Bake:
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