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Halloween Shrunken Heads Pie

Halloween Shrunken Heads Pie: A Spooky Sweet Delight for Families

A delightful Halloween Shrunken Heads Pie, featuring spooky apple carvings with a blend of cranberries and walnuts.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 crust Single Pie Crust Use store-bought or homemade.
For the Shrunken Heads
  • 4-6 medium Firm Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Citric Acid or Lemon Juice Prevents browning during preparation.
  • 2 cups Water Soaking solution for the carved apples.
For the Filling
  • ¾ cup Chopped Walnuts Richness and crunch; pecans or almonds can be substituted.
  • ¼ cup Dried Cranberries Sweetness to balance the tartness of the apples.
  • ¼ cup Honey Natural sweetener; use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1 ½ tbsp Orange Juice Optional, adds citrus depth.
  • ¼ tsp Cinnamon Optional, adds warmth and flavor.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • tart pan
  • mixing bowl
  • paring knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Apples: Halve, core, and peel apples. Carve spooky faces into each half to create shrunken heads.
  2. Prevent Browning: Soak carved apples in citric acid or lemon juice mixed with water for about 5 minutes.
  3. Bake the Apples: Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C) and bake soaked apple halves for approximately 3 hours.
  4. Prepare Tart Shell: Increase oven temperature to 350°F (175°C), fit pie crust into tart pan, and bake for 10 minutes.
  5. Fill the Tart: Once cooled, place shrunken apple heads inside the crust and fill gaps with walnuts, cranberries, honey, and orange juice.
  6. Final Bake: Bake filled tart in 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-17 minutes until flavors meld and apples glisten.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize filling ingredients to suit your family's tastes and preferences. This recipe is perfect for bringing kids into the kitchen for some spooky fun.

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