Apple pie with protein cream

8 servings

60 minutes

Apple pie with meringue cream is a refined combination of tender dough, aromatic apples, and airy meringue cream. This dessert has roots in European baking traditions where apples are often used to add freshness and a slight tartness. The meringue adds a special velvety texture, creating an effect of lightness and sweetness. The finished pie delights the eye with its golden crust and airy filling. It is perfect for cozy family tea times, celebrations, and friendly gatherings, becoming a true table decoration. The delicate sweetness of the meringue contrasts with the fruity acidity of the apples, creating a balance of flavors. This pie can be served warm or chilled, accompanied by vanilla sauce or a scoop of ice cream. A wonderful combination of simplicity in preparation and exquisite taste!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 475.9
• Proteins: 5.2g
• Fats: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 61.5g

Ingredients

• Butter: 200 g
• Sugar: 1.5 glass
• Egg yolk: 3 pc
• Wheat flour: 1 glass
• Slaked soda: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: pinch
• Egg white: 3 pc
• Apple: 4 pc

Cooking steps

1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks. The whites will be needed later for the meringue cream - place them in the refrigerator. Chilled egg whites whip well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 3 pieces

2. Beat the room temperature butter until fluffy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 200 g

3. Beat the yolks with sugar (1 cup). Mix the baking soda, salt, and flour, and add to the yolk mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg yolk: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 1.5 glass
   • Slaked soda: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Wheat flour: 1 glass

4. Then mix the entire mass with a spoon along with the butter and whip it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 200 g

5. Divide the dough (all of it) into 2 parts and wrap in film — send 1/3 to the freezer and 2/3 to the refrigerator.

6. Take out the part that was put in the fridge and distribute it in the mold.

7. Peel the apples and grate them on a coarse grater. Layer the apple mixture on top of the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 4 pieces

8. For the cream, beat the egg whites with sugar (0.5 cup). Then place them on the apple layer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 1.5 glass

9. In conclusion, grate a part of the dough (from the freezer) and place it on the layer of whipped egg whites. Send the pie to the oven for half an hour (the top of the pie should brown). Temperature - 190 degrees.