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Applesauce Custard Pie

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"The little seniors at my center love this pie." — Cathy

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Original recipe makes 1 pie Change Servings

1 (9 inch) pie shell
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs

2 cups applesauce
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
In a medium mixing bowl combine butter or margarine, sugar, and eggs. Beat until smooth. Add applesauce and vanilla. Mix thoroughly.
Pour custard mixture into pie shell. Sprinkle top lightly with cinnamon.
Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until set in center.

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This pie was really good and easy to make. Other reviewers complained about it being too sweet, but perhaps they used sweetened applesauce? I think this recipe is meant to have unsweetened applesauce used in it. For my pie, I tried something a bit different that ended up being excellent. A certain famous applesauce brand whose name begins with an "M" sells all-natural "no sugar added flavored applesauce in those little individual serving 6 packs. I made my pie with the peach flavor and it was delicious! I used between 3/4 and full cup of sugar and it was not too sweet at all. When making the pie, be sure to cover the crust edges with foil or pie protector during the last 10 mins. or so of baking so it won't burn.

—BLONDIEQ

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 28, 2011

I really wanted to love this recipe because it had so many good reviews. The only thing I did different was add a tad more vanilla. The middle didn't set up at all, even after cooking for close to an hour. The flavor was different and nice, but I ended up with soup. Since so many reviewers had great pies, I may try again and possibly lower the oven temp after cooking halfway so the custard cooks a little slower.

—CookieCritter

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47 Ratings

Oct 24, 2005

Awesome! I think the people that found it too sweet were using regular applesauce. I boiled up 3 apples and made my own (2 large braeburns and 1 granny smith) with no sugar there. I used a full cup of sugar and it wasn't too sweet. However, I just added spices until I thought it looked "spicy" enough! A bit of nutmeg, some cinnamon, cloves would be great in this I think...just a tad. I also ended up baking this without the crust as my crust didn't turn out the way I would have hoped. The only problem with that is the sugar crystallized on the edges. Perhaps that's because I didn't use a mixer. I probably cooked it a little longer than called for as I used smaller pie plates, but I loved the way it turned out. The consistency was a bit like pumpkin pie...would be excellent with some whipped cream on top! I think I'll be making this as an additional pie for Thanksgiving!

—CANDY177

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Aug 18, 2004

Too bad the star rating only goes to 5, because this one deserves many more!!! Thanks for submitting this DELICIOUS recipe, Cathy. After reading other reviews, I decided to omit a portion of the sugar also, I found 2/3 cup was sufficient and the pie was still plenty sweet. Next time this gem is prepared, I will add some raisins. I did use a mix of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon in the "batter", which floated to the top as the pie cooked ... Perfect in every way, and "so tasty too" ...

—GRAYJETMAN

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Jan 26, 2004

Good Pie! I used unsweetened store bought applesauce and decreased the sugar to 1/2 cup. No problems - just delicious !

—Vinnie B

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Aug 18, 2005

I made this last night using the Best Ever Pie Crust and Crumb Topping For Pies recipes from this site. I added nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon like another reviewer and it turned out delicous. Next time I think I will make 2 pies out of the mixture instead of one though since part of the filling ended up in the bottom of my oven (probably from the topping). Definately a keeper though. Thanks for sharing.

—SANDYANN25

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Feb 17, 2008

I used organic no sugar added applesauce, a heaping 1/3 cup Splenda, salted butter, and lightly sprinkled McCormick’s Cinnamon and Sugar on top and it turned out great. Just right if you are craving something sweet and you are a diabetic.

—Adeeann

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Jan 15, 2009

Just made this and it is absolutely wonderful. I used Musselmen's Chunky Applesauce and followed the recipe exactly. It set up perfectly and was one of the easiest pies I've ever made. Great recipe, Cathy.

—Sharon

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Nutrition

Calories
273 kcal
14%

Carbohydrates
39.9 g
13%

Cholesterol
68 mg
23%

Fat
12.2 g
19%

Fiber
0.9 g
4%

Protein
2.4 g
5%

Sodium
162 mg
6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Applesauce Custard Pie

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 273
Calories from Fat: 110

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.2g 19 %
Saturated Fat 4.8g 24 %
Cholesterol 68mg 23 %
Sodium 162mg 6 %
Potassium 83mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 39.9g 13 %
Dietary Fiber 0.9g 4 %
Protein 2.4g 5 %
Sugars 31.9g
Vitamin A 5 %
Vitamin C 1 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 7 %
Thiamin 7 %
Niacin 8 %
Vitamin B6 3 %
Magnesium 2 %
Folate 11 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.