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Ritz Cracker Apple Pie

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
125 min
SERVINGS
8 servings
Dessert Snack
Ritz Cracker Apple Pie
Ingredients
  • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie
  • 1 3/4 cups crushed buttery round crackers
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to its highest temperature setting, which is 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2
Unroll half of the pastry dough and place it into a 9 inch pie plate, making sure to cover the entire surface.
3
Arrange the crackers in a single layer within the prepared pastry crust.
4
In a saucepan, bring water to its boiling point, then add sugar and cream of tartar. Continue heating until the mixture reaches a rolling boil, after which reduce heat to medium-high and simmer for 15 minutes.
5
Add lemon juice and the grated lemon rind to the saucepan, stirring constantly until well combined. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
6
Pour the syrup over the crackers, followed by a small amount of butter or margarine to prevent sticking. Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over the top.
7
Unroll the remaining pastry dough and place it on top of the pie, pressing gently to seal.
8
Trim any excess pastry from the edges and use a fork to crimp them into place, creating a decorative border.
9
Create several small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
10
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
11
Allow the pie to cool completely before serving.