Hur du gör en äppelpaj från grunden - Big Green Egg

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a delicious apple pie from scratch using the Big Green Egg grill. This recipe is perfect for serving about 10 people and combines fresh apples with a homemade crust. Follow these clear steps to create a warm, comforting dessert that everyone will love.

Step 1: Prepare the Pie Dough

1. Gather your ingredients:
   • 250 g cold butter (plus extra for greasing)
   • 400 g flour (plus extra for dusting)
   • 100 g granulated sugar
2. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and place it in a mixing bowl.
3. Add the flour and sugar to the bowl.
4. Mix the ingredients together until you achieve a firm and cohesive dough.
5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Apple Filling

1. Prepare the filling ingredients:
   • 7 tart apples
   • Juice from 1 lemon (optional)
   • 10 g ground cinnamon
   • 20 g vanilla sugar
   • 140 g raisins (optional, soak in warm water for 20 minutes)
2. Peel the apples, remove the cores, and chop the flesh into small pieces.
3. Place the apple pieces in a bowl and drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
4. Sprinkle the ground cinnamon, vanilla sugar, and raisins over the apples, then mix well.

Step 3: Prepare the Big Green Egg

1. Set up the Big Green Egg with the convEGGtor and grill grate.
2. Preheat the grill to 190 °C (375 °F).

Step 4: Assemble the Pie

1. Grease a springform pan (Ø 23 cm) with butter.
2. Take two-thirds of the chilled dough and either roll it out or press it into the bottom and sides of the prepared springform pan.
3. Pour the apple filling into the crust and gently press it down.
4. Roll out the remaining dough on a floured surface and cut it into strips about 1.5 cm wide.
5. Weave the strips over the filling in a crisscross pattern and cover the edges with dough strips.
6. Whisk one egg yolk and brush it over the dough strips and edges for a golden finish.

Step 5: Bake the Pie

1. Place the springform pan on the grill grate.
2. Close the lid of the Big Green Egg and bake the pie for about 45 minutes, or until it is golden brown.

Step 6: Finish and Serve

1. Carefully remove the pie from the Big Green Egg and take off the springform ring.
2. Spoon apricot jam between the dough strips on top of the baked apples and spread it over the pie.
3. Serve the pie warm or cold, optionally with whipped cream and extra apricot jam.

Conclusion

Making an apple pie from scratch on the Big Green Egg is a rewarding experience that results in a delightful dessert. Remember to prepare your dough and filling ahead of time, and enjoy the process of baking. Serve this pie at your next gathering, and watch it disappear!