One of my favorite desserts is an Apple Pie… but, I wasn’t always a fan. Pies were a “grown-up” dessert and my younger self vowed never to eat them. However, as I matured and my taste buds evolved, I came to love this treasured sweet. The spices mingling with the tart apples and buttery crust makes me fall to my knees… every. time.
So, when Stonyfield asked if I’d like to pair their yummy yogurt with a few spices from Simply Organic, I knew immediately that Apple Pie would somehow shine in the spotlight. This recipe in incredibly simple and fun for the whole family to put together. The ingredients are staples around our house and the come together in minutes. Not only is the dish easy, but what a way to wow your holiday guests and those discerning little judges at the kids’ table!
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground allspice
- 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 c Stonyfield Organic Smooth & Creamy French Vanilla yogurt
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 c granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced
- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, diced
Instructions
Whisk together all spices, then fold into the yogurt. Stir until completely mixed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper and set aside. Whisk together the sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
Unfold each sheet of puff pastry onto a lightly-floured surface and cut into long, 1/4" strips. Divide the pastry between the prepared sheet pans and refrigerate while you prepare the apples.
Peel the apples and cut them in half through the stem. Remove the stems and cores with a sharp knife and a melon baller. Slice the apples crosswise in 1/4" thick slices. In a winding motion, wrap each apple slice with a strip of puff pastry, gently pressing to seal the ends. Sprinkle the apples evenly with the cinnamon-sugar mixture and dot them with the butter.
Bake for 20 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the edges of the apples start to brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
http://mybakingheart.com/2013/12/02/apple-pie-yogurt-dip-a-simply-organic-giveaway/
Ready for the fun part? Simply Organic is shipping a gift basket to one lucky MBH reader! Similar to the photo below, it will be filled with a seasonal selection of high-quality, organic spices and extracts that are so very perfect for your special holiday recipes. Just follow the directions and you’re entered!
Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Stonyfield and Simply Organic in the form of product and coupons; however, the photography & opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author.
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my favorite spice to bake with is cinnamon.
This looks so yummy! And it has my favorite spice in it…cinnamon!
I’m all about cinnamon and nutmeg, especially this time of year!
Cinnamon for sure
I love using cinnamon, the smell is just so wonderful!
I love baking with cinnamon!
Love baking with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cardamom. Such great flavors!
Love baking with cardamom!
This time of year cinnamon for sure. YUM!
Cinnamon is my BFF for holiday baking!
I love using nutmeg in my baked goods!
Chocolate. Oh sorry chocolate is not a spice is it? Okay I’ll have to settle for Cinnamon.
Cinnamon is by far my favorite spice to bake with.
My favorite spice to bake with is cinnamon.
I like cloves.
Love to bake with the classic cinnamon
Does garlic count? I also like smoked paprika and cayenne pepper!
love baking with ginger
I like nutmeg. I used to hate it but its grown on me
I like using cinnamon
Cloves, followed closely by cinnamon
Ginger & Cloves for my big soft ginger cookies.
Cinnamon!!
I love nutmeg!
I really like cinnamon but fresh cardamom is wonderful too!
i love cinnamon to bake with