Glazed Apple Cream Pie

Recipe View 5 mins In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, 1/2 cup milk, heavy cream, and 1/4 cup butter. Heat until butter is melted, stirring occasionally. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Stir this mixture into the saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cream filling to cool slightly while you prepare the apple mixture. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Recipe View 3 mins In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced apples with the all-purpose flour and ground cinnamon, ensuring the apples are evenly coated. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Carefully line a 9-inch pie pan with one of the pie crusts. Pour the slightly cooled cream filling into the pastry-lined pie pan, spreading it evenly. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Arrange the apple mixture evenly over the cream filling. Top with the second pie crust, seal, and flute the edges for a decorative touch. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 40 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the crust is beautifully golden brown and the apples are tender. (30-40 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before glazing. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the pie is cooling, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and softened butter. Blend until smooth and creamy. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Pour the glaze evenly over the warm pie. Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 1/2 hours before serving to allow the glaze to set and the flavors to meld together beautifully. (90 minutes)