Nana’s Apple Pie Without Cinnamon

You have not tasted apple pie until you have tried my Nana’s apple pie without cinnamon!

In fact, the first time I had a slice of apple pie that had cinnamon I was so disappointed. The cinnamon overpowered the apples and it wasn’t nearly as juicy and buttery as my Nan’s.

My favourite thing about making apple pie, or any pie that requires a pastry crust for that matter, is taking the time to make the pastry completely by hand. 

Using a food processor is always an option, but there is just something about using your hands to create the dough that gives me a sense of accomplishment. 

This pastry dough recipe always turns out perfect and makes enough pastry for 2 double crust pies or 4 single crust pies.  It is easy to whip up a batch and freeze to use another time.  Makes pie making on a whim very easy without resorting to a store bought crust.

What kind of apples are best for apple pie?

When Making an apple pie I try to use a variety of different applies. It not only makes for a nice flavor, it also uses up some random apples.  For this one I used a combination of Empire, MacIntosh and Royal Gala apples.  I used about 6 in total. 

Granny Smith are another great variety to add into the mix.

After washing and peeling the apples I use my handy-dandy apple slicer to quickly core and slice the apple all at once. It pops in the dishwasher for easy clean up. The blades are sharp so

Fill the bottom pie shell with the apples scraping all of the sugar and juices into the pie shell with them!

Apple pie is amazing with ice cream, of course, but try it with old cheddar cheese.  You won’t be disappointed!

Enjoy!