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Spiced Apple Sour Cream Pie

November 14, 2017 Updated April 4, 2023 16 Comments

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Spiced apple sour cream pie is a creamy version of a traditional apple pie.  Laced with traditional spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and a bit of cardamom.

I have to admit I used more than “a bit” of cardamom because I love the combination with apples.  My father says that he loves two kinds of pie…hot and cold apple.  I hope the spiced apple sour cream pie twist on his traditional pie will meet his expectations.

I have been “wowed” by the many decorative pies popping up on Instagram.  This is my first attempt to up my pie game this season.  If you are a decorative novice like me, you have to ask yourself this question, “How long do I want to spend on one pie?”  If you have a few hours to spare, then this is a fun/stressful way to spend it.  I’m sure you’re wondering why I haven’t posted step-by-step photos and instructions?  Well…after two hours of working on this pie, I couldn’t bear to take it apart for the additional pics.  Perhaps someday I will become a pro and I will have better advice to give you.  For now, this is what I have learned:

  1. Make enough pie dough for at least 3 single-crust pies to decorate ONE pie.
  2. Leaf cutouts are the easiest way to start.  I placed several on top of my Pecan Chocolate Pie before I baked it.  That was easy and looks like I actually fussed.
  3. The pie dough must be COLD at all times.  If the dough starts to warm up, place it back into the refrigerator until it is chilled again.
  4. Check Instagram and Pinterest for design ideas.
  5. Carefully read through all of the helpful hints on Williams-Sonoma Guide to Pie scroll down to “Get Creative with Your Crust”.  Judy Kim, a food stylist, and photographer has many great and helpful tips.
  6. If you don’t have fall leafcutters, create your own by making a template with cardstock and using that template to cut several leaves or other designs OR come borrow mine.
  7. Don’t stress have fun.

Spiced Apple Sour Cream Pie is a variation of the Sour Cream Apple Pie I posted years ago.  You can go to the link to find step-by-step photos and instructions.

 

spiced apple sour cream pie unbaked with lattice top
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Spiced Sour Cream Apple Pie

Spiced apple sour cream pie is a creamy version of a traditional apple pie. Laced with traditional spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and a bit a cardamom.

Course Dessert
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 309 kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 - 7 Granny Smith apples peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup raw cane sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or use 1 cup raw cane sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • enough pie dough for 3 single crust pies 
  • 1 beaten egg 
  • heavy cream or milk
  • sanding sugar optional

Instructions

  1. Begin with rolling out enough pie for two pies.  Create and cut shapes and strips for the top of the pie.  Place on a baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Roll out pie dough for a single crust pie and line a 10 1/2 inch pie dish. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl add sour cream, egg, sugars, flour, salt and spices.  Mix well then fold in apples.  Set aside.
  4.  Pour apple filling into pie dish.  Make and create decorative top or just roll out a single crust for top of pie.  Use beaten egg as a "glue" to adhere strips and cut outs by brushing the backs of the cut out before placing on the pie. 
  5. Place decorated pie in the freezer for 20-30 minutes while heating oven to 350F degrees.
  6. Brush the top of the decorated pie with heavy cream or milk.  Sprinkle with sugar if desired. 
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes.  If the top crust begins to brown too much, cover with a piece of foil.

Recipe Notes

  • Streusel topping or a plain rolled pie crust may be used in place of intricate lattice topping.
  • Use tart apples that hold their shape while baking 
Nutrition Facts
Spiced Sour Cream Apple Pie
Amount Per Serving (8 g)
Calories 309 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 33mg11%
Sodium 123mg5%
Potassium 0mg0%
Carbohydrates 58.7g20%
Fiber 4.8g19%
Sugar 45.4g50%
Protein 2.8g6%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. cookie says

    November 20, 2017 at 2:23 pm

    THIS pie is not for eating. it should go to the museum of pie.
    Amazing job!

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      November 20, 2017 at 8:32 pm

      Thank you so much. Ha ha we’re eating it! Happy holidays.

      Reply
  2. Nancy B says

    November 16, 2017 at 8:01 am

    , Oh, and the edge n your pecan pie is so nice! How did you get it to come out so perfect? Guess I should read about it! Just want to say it looks really pretty too! I’ve never seen a decorated pecan pie before! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      November 16, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      After I lay the crust into the tart pan I lift and gently press into place. Then I take my rolling pin and roll it across the top of the ridge of the tart pan and it cuts the dough off perfectly. I believe I have pics of that on the post. Thanks again for your kind comments.

      Reply
  3. Nancy B says

    November 16, 2017 at 7:59 am

    I have seen many decorated pies but yours takes the cake ๐Ÿ™‚ Wow, it is beautiful! I know about the cutouts but the strips and crimping and braiding .. that is the hardest and most time consuming part and Really makes it, or takes it over the top! Everything you make is perfect! Thank you for sharing. (I could only type in caps and my caps isn’t on!?)

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      November 16, 2017 at 6:35 pm

      Thank you so much for your kind comments. You have made my day.

      Reply
  4. Julie says

    November 15, 2017 at 4:31 am

    Hi Janet what did you use to make the strips that have the decorative edges on the, the ones with the zig zag edges….which tool did you use, brand etc, would love to try to get one here…Xx

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      November 15, 2017 at 9:50 pm

      Hi Julie, The tool I used is a Pie crimper wheel. Here is a link with a picture so you can get an idea: (This is really a long link…hope it works)

      https://www.amazon.com/Pastry-Crimper-Cutter-Ravioli-Natural/dp/B073TK3RRP/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510782563&sr=8-3&keywords=pie+crust+crimper+wheel&dpID=41-1qDRrYCL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

      Reply
      • julie says

        November 15, 2017 at 11:09 pm

        Thanks Janet can you also provide the link for the apple, acorn & maple leaves cut outs please…I have to have them too.

        Reply
        • Janet Barton says

          November 16, 2017 at 6:35 pm

          Hi Julie, Here few links for the cutters:

          I have the following 2 sets:
          https://www.amazon.com/International-Assorted-Autumn-Leaves-Stampers/dp/B00CXAEURO/ref=sr_1_3?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1510857098&sr=1-3&keywords=leaf+cookie+cutter&dpID=31skqPIoK3L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

          https://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/fall-pie-crust-cutters-2017/?pkey=e%7Cpie%2Bcrust%2Bcutters%7C149%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C3&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH

          I found this on Amazon:
          https://www.amazon.com/ZNU-CAKE-Leaves-Plunger-Cutter/dp/B00B4SFORG/ref=sr_1_11?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1510857098&sr=1-11&keywords=leaf+cookie+cutter

          Reply
      • Julie says

        November 17, 2017 at 6:25 am

        Thankyou Janet for your help. I have sent you an email. xx

        Reply
  5. cookbook says

    November 14, 2017 at 11:03 pm

    5 stars
    this is just gorgeous! we’re so ready for pie season โค๏ธ

    lovin’ the plugin! Thanks for choosing cookbook!

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      November 15, 2017 at 9:48 pm

      Thank you so much. The plungin is awesome.

      Reply
  6. JULIE says

    November 14, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    Yes but shipping costs just too expensive.

    Reply
  7. JULIE says

    November 14, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    5 stars
    WOW JANET YOU HAVE OUTDONE YOURSELF, THIS LOOKS SO BEAUTIFUL,YOU HAVE MADE ME WANT TO HAVE A GO BUT I AM NOT SURE I CAN BUY THE CUT OUTS HERE IN aUSTRALIA. tHANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR AMAZING FOOD AS ALWAYS. XXXX

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      November 14, 2017 at 9:41 pm

      Thank you so much. You can find the cutters at Willimas-Sonoma and several on Amazon, if that helps. You can always make your own stencils, but that doubles the amount of work.

      Reply
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