Best Apple Pear Pie Recipes

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APPLE PEAR PIE



Apple Pear Pie image

This pear apple pie, really says "fall." What a yummy way to use your backyard bounty or the pickings from local orchards! I've made plenty of pies over the years, and this is a real standout. -Grace Camp, Owingsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
3 medium ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced
3 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon whole milk

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; trim to 1 in. beyond edge of plate. In a large bowl, combine the pears, apples, 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon and nutmeg. Transfer mixture to crust; dot with butter. , Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; cut slits or decorative cutouts in pastry. Place over filling; trim, seal and flute edges. Add decorative cutouts if desired. Brush with milk; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Cover edges loosely with foil. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake 30-35 minutes longer or until crust is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICED PEAR & APPLE PIE



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Autumn pears and apples with cinnamon and ginger make a delicious holiday pie.

Provided by Crisco

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Crisco®

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Classic Crisco® Double Pie Crust
4 cups peeled, thinly sliced pears
2 cups peeled, thinly sliced apples
¾ cup sugar
2 tablespoons Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Milk
Cinnamon sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare recipe for double crust pie. Roll out dough for bottom crust. Place in 9-inch pie plate. Press to fit without stretching dough. Trim even with pie plate. Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine pears, apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, ginger, salt and lemon juice in large bowl. Spoon into prepared pie crust.
  • Roll out dough for top crust. Place onto filled pie or cut into strips creating a lattice top. Trim 1/2-inch beyond edge. Fold under bottom crust edge to seal. Crimp and flute edges. Cut slits in top crust or prick with fork to allow steam to escape. Brush crust with milk and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until apples are tender and crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Cholesterol 0.2 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 4920 mg, Sugar 30.4 g

APPLE, PEAR AND CRANBERRY PIE



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Take good old apple pie a step further with fresh pears and dried cranberries. The filling's tart sweetness it nicely offset by a crumbly brown-sugar-and-walnut topping.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 crust from 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups thinly sliced, peeled tart apples
3 cups thinly sliced, peeled ripe pears
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cold butter
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Place pie crust in 9-inch glass pie plate as directed on box for One-Crust Filled Pie.
  • In large bowl, mix sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and nutmeg. Gently stir in apples, pears and dried cranberries. Pour filling into crust-lined pie plate.
  • In small bowl, mix topping ingredients until crumbly; sprinkle over filling.
  • Line 15x10-inch pan with foil; place on oven rack below the rack pie will be baked on to catch any spillover. Loosely cover pie with sheet of foil; bake 1 hour. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

APPLE-PEAR PIE



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This impressive braided crust is made with store-bought dough, which can be easier to work with than homemade.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 3/4 pounds Golden Delicious apples (about 6)
1 1/2 pounds Anjou pears (about 3)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 14-ounce package refrigerated pie dough (2 rounds)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Peel the apples and pears; slice 1/2 inch thick. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apples, pears, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ginger and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mostly tender, 20 to 25 minutes (reduce the heat if the skillet looks dry). Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, flour and cinnamon. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, place a baking sheet in the lower third of the oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Cut 1 dough round into nine 1/4-inch-wide strips; cut the rest of that round into strips of varying thickness. Weave the 1/4-inch strips into 3 thin braids, 3 strips per braid (these will be for the edges). Make braids with some of the remaining strips; leave some as is. Refrigerate the braids and strips until firm, 30 minutes.
  • Line a 9-inch pie plate with the other dough round; add the filling. Arrange the dough strips and braids (except for the 3 for the edges) parallel to one another on top of the filling. Trim any excess dough around the edges. Brush the edges with beaten egg and line with the 3 thin braids; trim the excess. Brush all of the dough with egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
  • Bake the pie on the hot baking sheet, 20 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F and bake until the filling is bubbling and the crust is browned, about 1 more hour. (Cover the crust with foil if it darkens too quickly.) Transfer to a rack to cool completely.

SPICED APPLE AND PEAR PIE



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This pie is everything we love about apple pies, but even better. The pears add extra depth, juice, and flavor, and it's gorgeous on top of that. What more could you ask for?

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
3/4 cup cold unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), diced
1 large egg
3 to 4 tablespoons very cold water
1/2 lemon
3 pounds baking apples, such as Golden Delicious, Cortland, or Mutsu (about 6 apples)
1 1/2 pounds baking pears, such as Bosc or firm Bartletts (about 3 pears)
2/3 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling on the pie
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
Generous pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Dough:
  • Whisk the flour, sugar, and salt together in a medium bowl. Rub 1/4 cup of the butter into the dry ingredients with your fingers until completely absorbed. Then rub in the remaining butter until it resembles cornmeal mixed with pea-size bits of butter. (If it gets warm and sticky, refrigerate it to chill.)
  • Beat the egg with 3 tablespoons of the water; then drizzle it evenly over the dough. Lightly stir the dough together with a fork. (The dough should just hold together when you squeeze it together, with some dry crumbly bits.) If the dough is really dry, sprinkle it with the final tablespoon of water. (To make the dough in food processor, see below.)
  • Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap and shape into disks. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 2 days. (The dough can be frozen for 2 months. Defrost dough in the fridge overnight.)
  • Filling:
  • Finely grate the lemon zest and set aside. Peel, core and then slice both the apple and pear into 1/2-inch slices. Squeeze the lemon juice over the fruit, then toss fruit with the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, salt and nutmeg.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fruit and cook, stirring until the sugar dissolves and juices simmer, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, uncovered, until the fruit softens and the juices evaporate some, about 10 minutes. Evenly mix the flour into the fruit; then cook about a minute more to thicken the juices slightly. Stir in the vanilla and lemon zest; and remove from the heat. (The filling should resemble a tight compote.) Cool completely.
  • Form the pie:
  • Lightly dust the work surface with flour. Roll a disk of dough into an 11 to 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to 9-inch glass pie pan (see photo), trimming so it hangs about 1/2-inch over the edge of the pan. Fill the crust with the prepared fruit so it mounds slightly in the center. Roll the remaining dough into a 12-inch circle. Brush the rim of the crust with some of the egg.
  • Roll the dough onto the rolling pin and unroll it over the fruit so it hangs over the edge of the pie pan by about 1/2-inch. Trim crust if needed, reserving the scraps for decorations or for patching, if needed. Fold the top crust edge under the bottom one, then press the edges together to seal. Cut trimmed scraps into designs if desired and set aside. Flute the crust by pressing a finger into the crust against the other hand's index finger and thumb to make an even impression. Repeat every 1/2 inch around the pie to create a ruffled edge (see photo). Refrigerate the pie for at least 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place a rack in the lower third of the oven and heat to 425 degrees F.
  • Brush pie with egg and place cut dough designs on top if desired. Brush again and sprinkle with sugar. Cut 6 to 8 small steam vents into the top of the dough. Place pie on a baking sheet and cook for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 375 degrees F. Bake until the crust (both top and bottom) is golden brown, about 50 minutes more. If the edges begin to brown too quickly, cut a pie shield out of a piece of aluminum foil and cover the edges (see photo). Cool on a rack.
  • Serve pie warm or at room temperature with whipped or ice cream. Keep pie, covered, at room temperature for a day, or refrigerate for up to four.

FRESH PEAR AND APPLE PIE



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Make and share this Fresh Pear and Apple Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dannygirl

Categories     Pie

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 apples (4 cups sliced)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
4 pears, sliced (Firm)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons butter
2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 9" pie shell
1/4 cup cornstarch

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • apples and pears.
  • Place in large bowl and toss with lime juice.
  • Combine brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and nutmeg in small bowl.
  • Toss with apple and pear slices until coated.
  • Turn into a 9x1-1/2 inch deep dish pie plate.
  • Dot with butter.
  • Roll out pastry for top crust.
  • Cut slits to vent steam during baking and place over filling.
  • Seal and flute edges.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 129.8, Carbohydrate 67.1, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 44.2, Protein 1.8

PEAR-APPLE CRUMBLE PIE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 sheet refrigerated pie dough (half of a 14-ounce box)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 1/2 pounds assorted pears (such as Bosc or Bartlett)
1 1/2 pounds assorted apples (such as Gala, Honeycrisp or Golden Delicious)
1/2 cup chopped assorted dried fruit (such as cranberries, apricots and cherries)
1/2 cup chopped assorted dried fruit (such as cranberries, apricots and cherries)
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Prepare the crust: Roll out the dough into a 12-inch round on a lightly floured surface. Ease into a 9-inch pie plate. Fold the overhanging dough under itself and crimp the edge with a fork or your fingers. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Peel and thinly slice the pears and apples and transfer to a large microwave-safe bowl; add the dried fruit, honey, granulated sugar, flour, lemon zest and juice, vanilla, cinnamon and salt and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the apples and pears are tender and juicy, 5 to 7 minutes. Refrigerate until cold, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Make the topping: Whisk the oats, flour, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Using your fingers, work the butter into the oat mixture until small clumps form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Place the pie crust on a baking sheet. Add the filling, slightly mounding it in the center. Press the crumble topping evenly over the filling. Bake until the topping is browned and the filling is bubbling, about 1 1/2 hours. (Tent with foil if the topping browns too quickly.) Transfer to a rack and let cool completely.

APPLE-PEAR PIE WITH WALNUT CRUST



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Finely chopped walnuts replace some of the flour in the crust of this apple-pear pie. Extra-wide strips of pastry give the traditional lattice top a modern twist.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 4h

Yield Makes one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
1 1/2 ounces walnuts, toasted and chopped (1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
2 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/3 to 1/2 cup ice water
5 to 6 Granny Smith apples
3 firm-ripe Bosc pears
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped
Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 5 teaspoons)
1/2 stick unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Fine sanding sugar

Steps:

  • Crust: Pulse flour, walnuts, granulated sugar, and salt in a food processor until walnuts are finely chopped. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal, 8 to 10 seconds. Drizzle pi cup ice water evenly over mixture. Pulse until mixture comes together when pressed in your hand (dough should not be wet or sticky). If dough is too dry, add more ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse.
  • Lay out 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Empty half the dough onto each piece. Bring edges of wrap together to gather dough. Press into disks. Roll out disks, still wrapped in plastic, to 1/2-inch-thick rounds (8 inches in diameter). Refrigerate at least 45 minutes and up to 2 days. Let stand at room temperature 5 to 10 minutes before rolling.
  • Roll out 1 disk of dough into a 12-inch round (a generous 1/8-inch thickness) on a lightly floured surface. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate, and trim edge, leaving a 1-inch overhang. Roll out remaining disk of dough to a generous 1/8-inch thickness. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and refrigerate, along with dough in pie plate, until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Filling: Peel and core apples, and cut into eighths (you should have about 7 cups). Peel and core pears, and cut into eighths (you should have about 5 cups). Toss apple and pear slices with salt, granulated sugar, vanilla seeds, and lemon juice. Melt butter in a large saute pan over high heat. Add fruit mixture, and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-high, and cook until fruit is softened, about 5 minutes more. Stir in flour, and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; let filling cool completely.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees with rack in lower third of oven. Cut dough on baking sheet into 3-inch-wide strips. Pour filling into dough-lined pie plate, and brush edge of dough with some egg wash. Weave dough strips into a lattice over filling, and press overhang onto edge of crust. Trim edge, fold under, and crimp as desired. Brush top of pie with more egg wash, then sprinkle with sanding sugar. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Bake pie 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees, and bake until crust is golden and filling is bubbling through lattice, about 1 hour. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

APPLE AND PEAR STREUSEL PIE



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You might think that a pastry chef would never recommend buying pie crusts but hey, its much better to make a pie with a pre-made crust than not to make a pie at all! For the best flavor, always look for the ones made with at least some butter, rather than all shortening. You can place the crust in a glass pie dish. That way you can check the bottom crust as it bakes and make sure it's getting nice and golden which to my mind is the most important step in pie-making. Nothing ruins a delicious pie like this classic combination of autumn fruits and warm spices faster than an undercooked, soggy bottom crust. You can mix the topping and keep it refrigerated for up to 7 days.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 refrigerated or frozen 9-inch deep-dish pie crust (see above)
3 Granny Smith or other tart apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 firm but ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon cold butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Make the topping: In a medium bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the butter and, using your fingertips, pinch the ingredients together into a sandy, crumbly mixture. Do not over mix; as soon as the mixture is sandy, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees F. If using a refrigerated crust, use it to line a glass pie dish. If using a frozen crust, let thaw at room temperature and gently remove the crust from the aluminum liner. Transfer to a glass pie dish.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the apples, pears, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and butter together. Place the filling in the pie crust. Sprinkle the streusel topping on top and place the pie on a sheet pan to catch any juices. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the juices are bubbling. Check the pie after 30 minutes; if the streusel topping is already brown, cover lightly with foil.
  • Let cool at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

APPLE PEAR BUTTER WITH PIE CRUST DIPPERS



Apple Pear Butter with Pie Crust Dippers image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     condiment

Time 9h

Yield 1 quart fruit butter

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 Gala apples (about 2 pounds), peels on, cut into 1-inch chunks
6 Bartlett pears (about 2 pounds), peels on, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 1/2 cups apple cider
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 chai tea bag
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
One 9-inch round pie dough
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the apple pear butter: Place the apples and pears in the insert of a slow cooker. Pour the apple cider and maple syrup over the fruit, then drop the tea bag in and sprinkle with the salt. Gently stir to coat the fruit, being mindful not to break the tea bag. Cover and set to cook on high until the fruit is completely tender, about 8 hours. Discard the tea bag.
  • Scoop the fruit into the bowl of a food processor with a slotted spoon and pulse until smooth, working in batches if necessary, about 1 minute. Pour the fruit puree into a large nonstick pot. Place the pot over low heat and bring to a simmer, then simmer until the volume is reduced by a third and the color darkens and intensifies, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • For the pie crust dippers: Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Place the round of pie dough on a cutting board. Add a splash of water to the beaten egg and brush the crust with the egg wash. Combine the sugar, apple pie spice and salt in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the pie dough. Use a pizza cutter or knife to slice the round into 20 strips. Place on the lined baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crispy, 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool for a few minutes.
  • Serve the butter alongside the pie crust dippers or store in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 2 weeks. If preparing in advance, allow to cool completely before covering and storing.

HOMEMADE APPLE-PEAR PIE WITH STREUSEL TOPPING



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I have made many pies over the years and I feel confident in saying this is my best pie yet! From the homemade flaky, buttery crust to the flavors of apples and pears with notes of cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and nutmeg, this is sure to be one of your favorites as well! This pie is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas and the...

Provided by Hope Vaillancourt

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 19

CRUST
1 1/3 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 stick butter flavored crisco baking stick shortening, well-chilled
6 Tbsp ice cold water
PIE FILLING
1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 c granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 dash(es) pumpkin pie spice
1 dash(es) nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
3 Tbsp lemon juice
3 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored and cut lengthwise into 1/2" thick wedges
4 medium bartlett pears, firm, peeled, cored and cut lengthwise into 1/2" thick wedges
STREUSEL TOPPING
1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 c brown sugar, packed
6 Tbsp chilled butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • 1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 375°
  • 2. FOR THE CRUST: BLEND flour and salt in medium mixing bowl. CUT chilled shortening into 1/2-inch cubes. Cut in chilled shortening cubes into flour mixture, using a pastry blender, in an up and down chopping motion, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some small pea-sized pieces remaining. SPRINKLE half the maximum recommended amount of ice cold water over the flour mixture. Using a fork, stir and draw flour from bottom of bowl to the top, distributing moisture evenly into flour. Press chunks down to bottom of bowl with fork. Add more water by the tablespoon, until dough is moist enough to hold together when pressed together. ROLL dough from center outward with steady pressure on a lightly floured work surface (or between two sheets of wax or parchment paper) into a circle 2-inches wider than pie plate for the bottom crust. Transfer dough to a pie plate coated with cooking spray by loosely rolling around rolling pin. Center the rolling pin over the pie plate, and then unroll, easing dough into pie plate. Trim edges of dough leaving a 3/4-inch overhang. Fold edge under. Flute dough as desired. Set aside in the refrigerator while making pie filling.
  • 3. FOR THE PIE FILLING: combine flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl. Add lemon juice, apples and pears to the flour mixture. Toss gently to coat. Arrange pear-apple mixture in an even layer in prepared crust.
  • 4. FOR THE STREUSEL TOPPING: combine flour and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Add cold butter and cut in with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Sprinkle evenly over pear-apple mixture. Bake for 1 hour or until lightly brown. Topping will be crunchy. Let cool for an hour before serving.

CARAMEL APPLE PEAR PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch or tapioca starch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup store-bought dulce de leche, plus more for garnish
4 large eggs
1 large or 2 small d'Anjou pears
1 baked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust, recipe follows, or store bought
1/2 cup dried apple slices
Ground cinnamon, for garnish
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
1/2 teaspoon sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
6 tablespoons ice water
Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying pie plate
1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the sugar, 2 tablespoons of the cornstarch and the salt in a large bowl. In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, dulce de leche and eggs until well combined. Add the egg mixture to the cornstarch mixture and whisk to combine.
  • Halve and core the pear. Cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices. Add the slices to a bowl with the remaining 2 tablespoons cornstarch and toss to completely coat the fruit.
  • To assemble the pie and bake, place the baked deep-dish pie crust on a baking sheet. Lay the dried apple slices in a single layer on the bottom of the crust. Fan the pear slices out in a circle over the apple slices. Stir any excess cornstarch from the pears into the custard filling and pour the filling over the top of the pears.
  • Bake the pie until the center is set and the pears are slightly golden brown, about 1 hour. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Before serving, dust the top of the pie with ground cinnamon. Heat some dulce de leche in a microwave for 30 seconds and stir to loosen. Drizzle over the top of the pie and serve.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the flour, sugar and salt and pulse to mix. Add the butter and pulse to a coarse meal (the butter should be in pea-size pieces). With the motor running, stream in the water until the dough starts to come together. Dump out the mixture, gather into a ball, press to a disk and wrap well in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, and up to overnight.
  • Spray a 9-inch deep-dish glass pie plate with nonstick cooking spray. Remove the dough from the fridge, unwrap and transfer to a floured surface. Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to the prepared pie plate. Dock with a fork and crimp the edges between your fingers to make a decorative border, removing any excess dough. Freeze the crust for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Line the crust with a sheet of parchment paper and fill with pie weights or uncooked beans. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and weights, brush with the beaten egg and continue to bake until the crust is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.

APPLE PEACH PEAR BLUEBERRY PIE



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This pie has been a hit in our home numerous times..... hopefully will be one in yours... Enjoy!!!

Provided by Kim Cul

Categories     Pies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 apples a variety of cooking apples is fine
2 ripe peaches
2 pears
1 small container of blueberries
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 Tbsp butter
1 refrigerated pie crust or homemade for bottom
1 crumb pie crust for top

Steps:

  • 1. Peel apples, peaches and pears, then thinly slice into a large bowl. Add blueberries, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir gently to coat and let sit for at least ten minutes. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place bottom pie crust into pie plate. Add all of the filling. Cut up the butter and dot around on top of the filling. Top with second pie crust. Cut vents in top. or make crumb topping which I prefer.... Place aluminum foil around the edges of the pie to prevent burning. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking an additional 10 to 20 minutes until the pie is nicely browned.

FIVE-SPICE PEAR-APPLE PIE



Five-Spice Pear-Apple Pie image

Make and share this Five-Spice Pear-Apple Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells, refrigerated
3 1/2 cups peeled cored, and sliced Granny Smith apples (also may use Cortland or Northern Spy)
3 1/2 cups cored sliced ripe pears (peeled or unpeeled)
1 grated lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
3/4 cup sugar, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons Chinese five spice powder
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the apples, pears, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, and 1/2 cup sugar; set aside for 10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, and five-spice powder; stir mixture into the fruit.
  • Transfer filling to the chilled pie shell; smooth filling with you hands to even it out.
  • Place the pie on the center oven rack of a 400° oven; bake for 30 minutes.
  • To make the topping: put the flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, and salt in the container of a food processor; pulse several times to mix.
  • Scatter the butter over the mixture; pulse until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  • Empty crumbs into a bowl and rub them between your fingers to make large, buttery crumbs; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Take pie out of oven and lower oven temperature to 375°.
  • Distribute crumbs evenly over top of pie; tamp them down lightly.
  • Return pie to oven (rotate pie so that the part that faced the back of the oven now faces the front); place a foil-lined baking sheet onto the rack below to catch any spills.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until the juices bubble thickly around the edge.
  • Transfer pie to a wire rack and let cool at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.7, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 268.4, Carbohydrate 105.8, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 66.1, Protein 4.6

CARAMEL APPLE-PEAR GRANOLA CREAM PIE



Caramel Apple-Pear Granola Cream Pie image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 cups oats
1 cup slivered almonds, chopped
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash salt
1/2 cup butter, softened or melted
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash, salt
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, sliced
3 Anjou pears, peeled, sliced
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 (14-ounce) package individually wrapped caramels
1 can evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Oatmeal Crust Preparation: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine oats, almonds, powdered sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt in a bowl. Stir in butter. Grease/spray a 9-inch pie pan. Press half of oatmeal mixture into bottom and up sides. Take remaining half of oatmeal mixture and spread it out onto a greased cookie sheet as if making 1 large cookie. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside to cool while making pie filling.
  • Apple-Pear Cream Filling Preparation: In a saucepan, whisk together sugars, lemon juice, butter and maple flavor over medium heat. In a small mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt and sprinkle into sugar mixture in saucepan. Mix in sliced apples and pears. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes until mixture starts to thicken. Remove from heat. Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Stir cream cheese mixture into warm apple mixture until well incorporated. Pour filling into prepared pie crust.
  • Assembly: Take baked large "oatmeal cookie" and crumble it into small chunks. Sprinkle oatmeal crumble onto pie filling, covering it almost completely. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour at 375 degrees F. Cool at least 30 minutes. While pie is cooling, prepare caramel sauce.
  • For Caramel Sauce: Unwrap caramel candies. In the top of a double boiler, melt the caramels in the evaporated milk, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and pourable. Pour caramel sauce in a zigzag pattern over cooled pie. May serve with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.

PEAR-APPLE PIE BARS



Pear-Apple Pie Bars image

With two kinds of fruit, these bars from our Test Kitchen have mass appeal. The lovely lattice top makes it special for get-togethers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup shortening
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons lemon juice
9 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash ground nutmeg
4 cups finely chopped peeled apples
3 cups finely chopped peeled ripe pears
1 large egg white, beaten

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks, lemon juice and water; gradually add to flour mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide in half, making one portion slightly larger. Chill for 30 minutes. , Roll out larger portion of dough between two large sheets of waxed paper into a 17x12-in. rectangle. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Press pastry onto the bottom and up the sides of pan; trim pastry even with top edges. , In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add apples and pears; toss to coat. Spoon over crust. , Roll out remaining pastry; make a lattice crust. Trim and seal edges. Brush lattice top with egg white. , Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE-PEAR STREUSEL PIE



Apple-Pear Streusel Pie image

People like any pie that has streusel on top! Still, this one-made with apples and perfectly ripened pears-deserves special mention.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Fruit Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield Makes 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
3 cups thinly sliced peeled pears
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar, divided
2 Tbsp. MINUTE Tapioca
3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold butter or margarine, cut into pieces
1/2 cup walnut pieces, chopped
1/2 pkg. (15 oz.) ready-to-use refrigerated pie crusts (1 crust)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss apples and pears with 1/2 cup of the brown sugar, tapioca and cinnamon in large bowl. Let stand 15 minutes. Mix flour and remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar in medium bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in walnuts; set aside.
  • Prepare pie crust in 9-inch pie plate as directed on package. Fill with fruit mixture; top with crumb mixture.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until juices form bubbles that burst slowly. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

AUTUMN APPLE AND PEAR LATTICE PIE



Autumn Apple and Pear Lattice Pie image

Golden pears and apples pair with cinnamon and a buttery crust for the ultimate autumn dessert.

Provided by RuthE

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Pear Pie Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 ½ cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
6 tablespoons cold shortening, cut into small pieces
8 tablespoons ice water, or as needed
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ⅔ pounds Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 ⅔ pounds firm ripe Anjou pears - peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons water
1 tablespoon butter, cut into bits
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Combine 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Cut in butter and shortening with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture forms a ball. Divide dough in half and flatten each half into a 5-inch disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours (overnight).
  • Combine 1 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in large bowl. Add apples and pears and toss to coat well.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Position 2 racks in lower third of oven. Put a sheet of foil just a few inches larger than pie plate on bottom rack to catch drips.
  • Roll out 1 piece of dough into a 12-inch round (about 1/8 inch thick) on a lightly floured work surface with a floured rolling pin. Line a 9-inch pie plate with pastry and trim overhang to 1/2 inch with kitchen shears or a paring knife. Roll out remaining dough in same manner and cut into 10 strips (3/4 to 1 inch wide) for a lattice.
  • Mound apple and pear filling into crust. Brush crust rim with some of egg wash. Dot filling with butter. Lay 5 strips of dough parallel across pie, about 1 inch apart, letting excess hang over rim. Lay remaining strips diagonally across pie in opposite direction. Press ends firmly to rim of pie, trimming excess dough. Crimp edges with your fingers or fork tines. Brush with remaining egg wash. Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon sugar.
  • Bake pie in lower third of oven for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake until juices in center of pie are bubbling, about 45 minutes more. (Loosely cover pie with a sheet of foil if browning too quickly.) Transfer pie to a wire rack and cool 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.2 calories, Carbohydrate 86.9 g, Cholesterol 75.2 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 282.4 mg, Sugar 47.3 g

CARAMELIZED APPLE AND PEAR PIE



Caramelized Apple and Pear Pie image

Provided by Lauren Groveman

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Apple     Pear     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup applejack brandy or brandy
1/2 cup dried currants
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, quartered, cored, cut into 1/3-inch-thick wedges
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound firm but ripe Bartlett pears, peeled, cored, cut into 1/3-inch-thick wedges
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup whipping cream
3/4 cup coarsely chopped lightly toasted walnuts
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Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Mix applejack brandy, dried currants, fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract in large bowl. Let mixture stand 15 minutes.
  • Cook 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat until pale golden, about 3 minutes. Add apple wedges, ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg. Sauté until apple wedges are crisp-tender, about 12 minutes. Add apple mixture, pear wedges and 2 tablespoons cornstarch to currant mixture; toss to coat.
  • Mix golden brown sugar, corn syrup, whipping cream and remaining 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in heavy small saucepan. Boil over medium-high heat until slightly thickened, stirring until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Stir in chopped walnuts. Add to fruit mixture. Toss to coat.
  • Transfer warm filling to prepared crust. Bake 30 minutes. Tent pie with foil. Bake pie until apples and pears are tender and liquid bubbles thickly, about 45 minutes longer.
  • Cool pie on rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with ice cream.

CRANBERRY, APPLE AND PEAR PIE



Cranberry, Apple and Pear pie image

This is simple and sooo delicious. ordered some Harry and david Pears and they were slightly bruised and I called them They sent me 2 more boxes and I wondered what in the world I would do with all these pears so tried this and it is a hit with my family

Provided by Caroline Finnegan

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can(s) apple pie filling
2 -3 large pears
2 large handfuls of fresh cranberries
1 pkg prepared pie crust from refrigerator section not frozen

Steps:

  • 1. Empty apples in large bowl
  • 2. chop and seed pears........mix with apples
  • 3. add fresh cranberries..........toss to mix
  • 4. prepare 1 pie crust pie shells in pie pan and add ingredients above. Top with other pie crust. Vent top Bake about 50-55 min depending on your oven. Serve warm with whipped cream topping or Ice vanilla Ice Cream ENJOY Coveer edges of pie so they do not over cook

Apple pear pie is a delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of apples and pears. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is easy to make.

Ingredients

Crust
  • All-purpose flour
  • Salt
  • Cold unsalted butter
  • Cold vegetable shortening
  • Ice water
Filling
  • Granny Smith apples
  • Bosc pears
  • Lemon juice
  • Brown sugar
  • Cornstarch
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Vanilla extract
  • Butter

Instructions

Crust
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  2. Add the cold unsalted butter and cold vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients and use a pastry blender to cut them into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and stir with a fork until the dough comes together in a ball.
  4. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  6. Roll out one disk of the dough on a floured surface and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
  7. Trim the edges of the dough and chill for another 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Filling
  1. Peel and slice the Granny Smith apples and Bosc pears and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add lemon juice, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the fruit and stir to combine.
  3. Pour the fruit mixture into the chilled pie crust and dot with butter.
  4. Roll out the second disk of dough and cut into strips.
  5. Arrange the strips on top of the fruit mixture in a lattice pattern.
  6. Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the fruit is tender, about 50-60 minutes.
  7. Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Variations

  • Substitute the Granny Smith apples and Bosc pears with other varieties of apples and pears for different flavors and textures.
  • Add chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the filling for a crunchy texture.
  • Drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the pie for a sweet and sticky finish.
  • Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic accompaniment.

Conclusion

Apple pear pie is a mouthwatering dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust and juicy fruit filling, this pie is sure to delight your taste buds. Use the above recipe as a guide and experiment with different variations to create your own unique version of this delicious dessert.
When it comes to baking, nothing beats the smell of a freshly baked pie in the oven. Apple pie is a classic dessert that many people love, but have you tried combining it with pears? The combination of tart apples and sweet pears creates a deliciously unique flavor that is hard to resist. If you're looking to make an apple pear pie, here are some valuable tips to keep in mind.

Tip #1: Choose the Right Apples and Pears

To make a delicious apple pear pie, you'll need to choose the right apples and pears. Look for apples that are tart and firm, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples. These varieties hold their shape well when baked and provide a nice contrast to the sweetness of the pears. For pears, look for varieties that are sweet and juicy, such as Bartlett or Anjou pears. Avoid pears that are too ripe or too soft, as they will turn to mush when baked.

Tip #2: Use a Combination of Spices

Spices are essential in any pie recipe, and apple pear pie is no exception. A blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice will complement the flavors of the fruit and add depth to the pie. If you like a bit of heat, you can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or ginger to give your pie a bit of a kick.

Tip #3: Precook the Apples and Pears

Precooking the apples and pears before baking the pie will help the fruit cook evenly and prevent any undercooked or overcooked pieces. To precook the fruit, simply sauté them in a bit of butter or oil over medium heat until they begin to soften. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or orange juice to help brighten the flavors of the fruit. Once the fruit is cooked, let it cool for a few minutes before adding it to the pie crust.

Tip #4: Add a Crumb Topping

Adding a crumb topping to your apple pear pie is a great way to add texture and flavor to the pie. To make a crumb topping, simply mix together flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly. You can also add oats, nuts, or spices to the topping for added flavor. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the fruit before baking, and the result will be a deliciously crispy topping that complements the soft fruit filling.

Tip #5: Choose the Right Crust

The crust is the foundation of any pie, and choosing the right crust is crucial to the success of your apple pear pie. You can use a store-bought crust or make your own from scratch. A traditional pie crust made with flour, butter, and water works well with apple pear pies, but you can also try a graham cracker crust or a streusel crust for a different twist.

Tip #6: Use an Egg Wash

Using an egg wash on your pie crust will give it a beautiful golden brown color and a crispy texture. To make an egg wash, beat an egg with a bit of water or milk and brush the mixture over the top of the crust before baking. You can also sprinkle a bit of sugar or cinnamon on top of the egg wash for added flavor.

Tip #7: Let the Pie Cool Completely

It may be tempting to cut into your pie right away, but letting it cool completely is important to ensuring the filling sets properly. If you cut into a pie that is still warm, the filling will be runny and difficult to slice. Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion

Making an apple pear pie is a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of both fruits in a sweet and tart dessert. By following these valuable tips, you can create a pie that is both delicious and visually stunning. Whether you're a pie-making pro or a novice in the kitchen, these tips will help you make the perfect apple pear pie every time.

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