Easy Cheesy Apple Pie
Submitted by falerin
Sliced apples tossed with pudding mix, layered over a press-in oat crust, topped with shredded American cheese and a buttery crumble. A sweet-savory apple pie with no rolling pin needed.
YIELD
8 servingsPREP
10 minCOOK
50 minREADY
60 minApple pie with cheese on top might sound like a curveball, but in parts of New England and the Midwest, it’s a time-honored tradition. As the saying goes: “Apple pie without the cheese is like a kiss without the squeeze."
This version makes it easy with a press-in crust of flour, oats, and oil. No rolling, no crimping.
Sliced apples get tossed with dry pudding mix (coconut cream or vanilla), which thickens into a silky coating as the pie bakes.
Shredded American cheese melts over the apples, and a crumbly oat topping goes on last for that golden, crunchy finish.
Kitchen Tips
- Don’t press the crust onto the rim. Keep it just along the bottom and sides of the pan for a cleaner edge.
- The cheese layer is subtle. It melts into the apples and adds a salty richness without tasting like a grilled cheese. Trust the process.
- Serve warm. This pie is at its best straight from the oven when the cheese is still melty and the crumble is crisp.
Ingredients
Directions
Heat oven to 375℉ (190℃).
In a 9 inch pie pan, combine all crust ingredients and mix well.
Press crumbs in bottom and up sides of pie pan.
Do not press onto rim.
In a large bowl, combine apples and dry pudding mix;spoon into unbaked crust.
Sprinkle apples with cheese.
In same bowl, combine remaining ingredients until crumbly;sprinkle them over cheese.
Bake @ 375℉ (190℃) for 40 to 50 minutes or until light golden brown and apples are tender.
Serve warm. Makes 8 servings.
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