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Deconstructed Apple Pie a la Mode

A warm, cozy dessert that captures all the flavors of traditional apple pie with a modern twist, served with ice cream.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, Easy
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

Fruits

  • 3 pounds apples, peeled, cored, and chopped Use a mix of tart and sweet apples.

Citrus

  • 1 whole lemon, juiced

Sugars

  • 0.25 cup brown sugar

Spices

  • 1 stick cinnamon stick

Ice Cream

  • 1 scoop ice cream of your choice Vanilla is a classic choice.

Optional Ingredients

  • your favorite pie crust, crumbled Optional for added texture.
  • caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade, optional.
  • chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts Optional for garnish.

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Apples - Start by washing, peeling, coring, and chopping the apples into bite-sized pieces.
  • Step 2: Create the Apple Mixture - In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped apples with lemon juice and brown sugar. Toss gently to coat.
  • Step 3: Simmer the Apples - In a large saucepan, add the apple mixture along with a cinnamon stick. Cook over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes until tender.
  • Step 4: Assemble the Dessert - In individual serving bowls, spoon the warm apple mixture as the base. Add pie crust crumbles if using.
  • Step 5: Add the Ice Cream - Top the warm apple mixture with a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
  • Step 6: Drizzle and Garnish - Drizzle caramel sauce over the ice cream and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired. Serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Notes

For the best flavor, use a mix of apples such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji. Adjust sweetness with brown sugar or natural sweeteners.