Hungarian Apple Pie (Almás Pite)

 Ingredients

For the Dough

500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour

250 g (1 cup) butter, softened

150 g (¾ cup) sugar

2 eggs

1 tsp baking powder

1 pinch salt

2–3 tbsp sour cream

For the Apple Filling

1 kg (2.2 lb) apples, peeled and grated

100 g (½ cup) sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

2 tbsp breadcrumbs

Instructions

Prepare the dough

Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.

Rub in the butter until crumbly.

Add sugar, eggs, and sour cream.

Knead into a smooth dough.

Divide into two equal parts and chill for 30 minutes.

Make the filling

Grate the apples and squeeze out excess juice.

Mix with sugar and cinnamon.

Assemble

Roll out one half of the dough and place it in a greased baking tray.

Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the dough.

Spread the apple mixture evenly.

Roll out the second half of the dough and place it on top.

Bake

Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown.

Serve

Let cool completely.

Dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.

Enjoy this classic Hungarian de

ssert with coffee or tea! 🇭🇺🍏🥧