Every year when the air turns crisp, I find myself craving the rich, spicy warmth of ginger and the sweetness of apples.
This recipe is more than just a pie—it’s a hug in dessert form.
My mom and I used to bake apple pies every fall after a visit to the orchard.
We’d spend hours peeling, slicing, and sneaking bites of the fresh fruit.
Now, I’ve created this gluten-free version with a flaky crust that’s just as comforting and delicious, with a hint of ginger to give it a fresh twist.
Tips & Substitutions
- Vegan Option: Use vegan butter for the crust and omit butter from the filling.
- Nut-Free: Ensure your gluten-free flour blend doesn’t contain almond flour.
- Spice Swap: Substitute cardamom for ginger for a different flavor profile.
- Apple Variety: Mix tart (Granny Smith) and sweet (Gala or Fuji) apples for balanced sweetness.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cozy presentation.
PrintGluten-Free Ginger Apple Pie
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
A cozy fall dessert with a spicy ginger twist and a buttery, flaky gluten-free crust.
Ingredients
For the Gluten-Free Flaky Pie Crust:
- 2 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
For the Ginger Apple Filling:
- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Make the Crust:
- In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, salt, and sugar.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the cold butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the apple cider vinegar and ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
Prepare the Filling:
- Toss the apple slices with lemon juice in a large bowl to prevent browning.
- Add the sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Mix until the apples are well-coated.
- Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assemble and Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one dough disc between two sheets of parchment paper to fit your 9-inch pie pan. Place it into the pan and trim the edges.
- Pour the apple filling into the crust, spreading it evenly. Dot the top with melted butter.
- Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the filling. Seal and crimp the edges, and cut a few small slits for steam to escape.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. Cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
Notes
Let the pie cool for 2 hours to ensure the filling sets properly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg