Mock Apple Pie
My mother made this mock apple pie often during the Depression, and our guests were always astounded that soda crackers could be such convincing apples! —Shirley Hunter, St. Paul, Minnesota
Mock Apple Pie Tips
Can you use Ritz crackers instead of saltines to make mock apple pie?
Yes, you can certainly use Ritz crackers instead of saltines—it's up to your personal preference! Use up the rest of your box with these recipes that start with a box of Ritz crackers.
How do you store mock apple pie?
Store leftovers of this mock apple pie recipe in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
What toppings can you serve with mock apple pie?
Since this pie recipe tastes just like the real thing, serve it warm with a dollop of whipped topping.—Christina Herbst, Taste of Home Assistant Digital Editor
Dough for double-crust pie
Ingredients
- Dough for double-crust pie
- 18 saltines, broken in half
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 1-1/4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions
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1Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate.
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2Layer crackers in shell; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Carefully pour over crackers (filling will be very thin). Cool for 10 minutes.
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3Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; cut into 1-in.-wide strips. Arrange over filling in a lattice pattern. Trim and seal strips to edge of bottom crust; flute edge. Bake until crust is golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
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