Brandy Raisin-Apple Pie

Prep: 30 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A flavorful apple pie with raisins soaked in brandy, accented with cinnamon and brown sugar, perfect for special occasions or cozy family desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • Pastry for double crust (9-inch pie)
  • 5 to 7 Granny Smith or green apples
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Combine raisins and brandy, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  2. Drain raisins and set aside.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  4. Peel, core, and slice the apples.
  5. In a large bowl, mix sugar, brown sugar, flour, and ground cinnamon.
  6. Add apple slices to the sugar mixture and toss to coat.
  7. Line a 9-inch pie plate with one crust.
  8. Fill the crust with the apple mixture.
  9. Sprinkle butter in small pieces over the filling.
  10. Cover with the second crust and seal the edges.
  11. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until golden brown.
  13. Let the pie cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

666 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.3g 13% DV
Total Fat 30.3g 39% DV
Carbs 101.4g 37% DV
Fiber 16.7g 60% DV
Sugar 45.4g 91% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 76.5mg 3% DV
Potassium 441.3mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 77.5mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.8mcg
Vitamin C 10.6mg 12% DV
Calcium 300mg 23% DV
Iron 4.5mg 25% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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