At first glance, the idea of making apple pie in a pan sounds almost too good to be true. But when you break down what makes apple pie delicious, the logic becomes clear.
Traditional apple pie consists of three key elements:
The oven is just one way to achieve these. A hot pan can do the same — faster.
By slicing apples thinly and cooking them directly over heat, they soften and caramelize in minutes. Butter and sugar create that signature pie-like richness, while cinnamon and other spices bring the familiar aroma and flavor.
Instead of a full pastry crust, this recipe uses simple pantry staples to recreate the comforting texture of pie — minus the wait.
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