Gluten Free Almond Flour Apple Pie

Total time1 hr 50 min

Prep time30 min

Cook time50 min

Almond flour forms the whole foundation of this crust, giving it a rich, slightly nutty flavor and a sturdy texture that presses beautifully into the pan and rolls out just as easily for the top layer. Underneath, a mountain of cinnamon-spiced apples cooks down until soft and syrupy, thickened with arrowroot starch and brightened with a touch of fresh lemon juice so every slice holds its shape. Coconut oil keeps the dough tender and adds a subtle richness, while maple syrup lends warmth without any refined sugar. You can go traditional with a full lattice or top crust, or scatter the dough for a rustic, crumble-style finish — either way, that golden, glossy top brushed to a deep shine bakes up gorgeous. Let it rest before slicing so the filling sets into clean, jammy layers. It's a genuinely satisfying pie to bring to the table on a gluten free menu, no one will guess it started from almond flour instead of a traditional crust.

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Ingredients

8 servings

For the crust

2 ½ cups almond flour
Bob's Red Mill Super-Fine Almond Flour Bob's Red Mill Super Fine Natural Almond Flour - 16 Oz Bob's Red Mill Super Fine Almond Flour - 32 Oz Blue Diamond Almond Flour Finely Sifted - 1 Lb King Arthur Gluten Free Almond Flour - 16 Oz
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¼ tsp fine sea salt
¼ cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
3 tbsp maple syrup
1 large egg
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the filling

2 ½ lbs apples (about 5–6 medium), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick
3 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp fine sea salt
1 tbsp arrowroot starch
1 tsp fresh lemon juice

For the egg wash

1 large egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish with coconut oil.
2
Make the crust: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the almond flour and salt. Add the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until a cohesive, slightly tacky dough forms.

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