Sour Cream Apple Pie

Sour Cream Apple Pie

First things first. We don’t just throw apples and sour cream together. Oh, no. Apples, sour cream, egg, sugar, and vanilla all come together to create a sour cream custard with a tangy, sweet flavor that is absolutely delicious. It’s all poured over a premade pie crust for ease, topped with sliced apples, then it’s topped with a sweet crumb coating and baked to creamy perfection. By the time you’re done, you have a delicious custard pie overflowing with classic apple flavor and a tangy twist that will have your tastebuds hopping. One bite, and you’ll be sold.

Why You’ll Love This Sour Cream Apple Pie

• It’s super easy to make and only takes a few simple ingredients.
• It’s absolutely delicious and a family-favorite apple pie recipe.
• Sour cream is the tangy, delicious key ingredient.
• It tastes better when served cold, so you can make it ahead of time!

Tips

• Always poke your pie crust a few times with a fork before adding the filling so everything stays nice and flat.
• Let the pie cool completely before serving. It’s even better when it’s cold!
• Full-fat sour cream is best for this pie.

Variations

• Use your favorite apple variety for this recipe. They all work.
• You can make your own pie crust if you like.
• Be sure your butter is cold when cutting it into the crumble mixture for the best texture.
• And, we have made a Fresh Pear Pie and Sour Cream Peach Pie recipe with the same basic recipe.

What to Serve with Sour Cream Apple Pie

This pie is best when served cold, so whipped cream is the best way to go for a topping. It’s delicious with a nice cup of coffee, as well. This also makes a great dessert after almost any of your favorite meals from grilled meats to pasta and everything in between.

FAQ

What is sour cream apple pie?

It’s a custard pie with sour cream as the custard base. Then, apples are either mixed into the sour cream mixture or layered over the top of it.

Is it better to dice or slice apples for apple pie?

Classic apple pie uses sliced apples, but you can absolutely use diced apples instead. So long as you keep your diced apples to around ½-inch thick cubes, it should cook exactly the same.

Will pie filling thicken as it cools?

Pie filling does thicken as it cools, but it can take some time for it to thicken completely – usually several hours.

Does sour cream apple pie need to be refrigerated?

Yes. It’s a custard pie made with dairy and eggs, so it has to be refrigerated.

Can you freeze sour cream apple pie?

It freezes very well. You can freeze it for up to 8 months.

How to Store and Make Ahead

Making this pie ahead of time is actually preferred because it’s better cold. Make the pie and refrigerate it overnight. To store the pie, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for up to a week. For longer, storage, transfer the pie to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 8 months.

Sour Cream Apple Pie Ingredients

This recipe only uses a few simple ingredients to make both the filling and the topping. You’ll find them all easily at your local grocery store.

• Granny Smith apples
• Sour cream
• All purpose flour
• Salt
• Large egg
• Sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Pillsbury® pie crust
• Butter
• Ground cinnamon

For the actual measurements and a complete list of ingredients, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Sour Cream Apple Pie

Making this pie is a simple affair. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in no time!

Step 1: Prep

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and place the pie crust onto a pie plate. Poke the bottom 4 to 5 times with a fork and set it aside.

Step 2: Make the Filling

Mix all filling ingredients except the apples in a medium mixing bowl and pour it into the pie crust.

Step 3: Top with Apples

Peel and slice the apples and arrange them evenly over the filling.

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven.

Step 5: Make the Topping

In a small mixing bowl, mix all the topping ingredients together with a fork until crumbly.

Step 6: Bake Again

Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the pie and bake again for 30 to 40 minutes until set.

Step 7: Chill

Remove the pie from the oven and cool completely. Then, cover and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Try This Delicious Sour Cream Pie Today

This sour cream apple pie is a fusion of apple and custard pie, and it has a tangy, unexpected twist that you’ll love. The tang of the sour cream makes a great counterpoint to the sugar and apples and creates a rich, creamy custard pie that is perfectly at home on any table from weeknight desserts to holiday gatherings and everything in between. Give this recipe a try, and I know you’ll love it. In fact, I’m sure it will become a regular part of your dessert rotation.

More Delicious Apple Recipes You’ll Enjoy

Apple Cinnamon Pretzel Salad – A delicious sweet and salty apple dessert recipe with apple, cinnamon and pretzels in every bite. So delicious!

Apple Cream Cheese Egg Rolls – These delicious crunchy dessert egg rolls are filled with a homemade apple filling and a sweet cream cheese mixture. A delicious fall dessert.

Caramel Apple Pecan Cobbler – This very popular apple recipe is made with juicy apples, chopped pecans, a delicious caramel, topped with a scrumptious cobbler topping, baked to perfection and drizzled with a caramel drizzle. Absolutely delicious!

And, here is a delicious Apple Fritters recipe from Deliciously Seasoned that is easy to make and is always a favorite.