Apple and Date Pie
12 servings
90 minutes
Apple and date pie is an exquisite combination of fruit sweetness and the richness of butter. Historically, apples were widely used in Russian cuisine, while dates brought hints of Eastern exoticism to dishes. This pie has a rich caramel flavor with soft, slightly chewy pieces of fruit, and the coconut topping adds a delicate aroma and crunchy texture. It is perfect for morning tea or cozy evening gatherings, creating an atmosphere of warmth and homeliness. Due to its richness, it can replace dessert in festive menus or serve as a delicious treat for family get-togethers.
1
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2
Peel the apples and remove the seeds. Remove the pits from the dates. Chop the apples and dates, mix them, add baking soda and 250 ml of hot water, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Apple: 2 pieces
- Dates: 200 g
- Soda: 1 teaspoon
3
Beat 125 g of softened butter with sugar and an egg. Add vanilla. Combine the butter mixture with the fruit mixture, mix, and pour into a baking dish lined with parchment and greased with butter.
- Butter: 200 g
- Sugar: 220 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Vanilla essence: 1 teaspoon
4
Bake for 50 minutes.
5
Combine the remaining butter with brown sugar and milk. Add coconut flakes and cook until smooth. Spread on the cake and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Butter: 200 g
- Brown sugar: 100 g
- Milk: 125 ml
- Coconut flakes: 50 g