Impossibly Easy French Apple Pie - Bisquick Recipe

Recipe: #31790

April 13, 2019

Categories: Desserts, Eggs, Apple, Bisquick, Oven Bake Sugar, Pies, more

recipe by:
TeresaS

"This is out of my Betty Crocker's Bisquick Cookbook...to make Impossibly Easy Peach Pie...substitute 2 cans (16 ounces each) sliced peaches, well drained, or 4 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (3 cups) for the apples."

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F. Grease pie plate, 9 X 1 1/4 inches. Spread apples in pie plate.

Step 2

In separate bowl, stir remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over apples.

Step 3

To make Streusel Topping, mix Bisquick, nuts and brown sugar. Cut in butter, using fork or pastry blender, until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle over apple mixture.

Step 4

Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 45 minutes.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

When selecting apples for this recipe, try to find apples that are firm and crisp. Apples that are too soft will not hold their shape when cooked.
If you don't have Original Bisquick, you can make your own homemade Bisquick mix using a combination of flour, baking powder, and salt.

Ingredient substitutions

Substitute 2 cans (16 ounces each) sliced peaches, well drained, or 4 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (3 cups) for the apples.
Benefit: This substitution will make the pie sweeter and more fragrant, as peaches are naturally sweeter and more fragrant than apples.
Substitute walnuts for the chopped nuts.
Benefit: Walnuts have a stronger, nuttier flavor than other types of nuts, which will add a more intense flavor to the topping.

Variations

Impossibly Easy Peach Pie Substitute 2 cans (16 ounces each) sliced peaches, well drained, or 4 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (3 cups) for the apples. Follow the remaining instructions as given in the recipe.

Impossibly Easy Cherry Pie Substitute 2 cans (16 ounces each) pitted cherries, well drained, or 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved for the apples. Follow the remaining instructions as given in the recipe.

Serve with

RECOMMENDED DISH: Creamy Mashed Potatoes - A classic accompaniment to any pie, creamy mashed potatoes add a delicious and comforting texture to the meal. The creamy potatoes also provide a nice contrast to the sweet apple filling and crunchy streusel topping of the Impossibly Easy French Apple Pie.

RECOMMENDED DISH: Sauteed Green Beans - A healthy and flavorful side dish, sauteed green beans are a great complement to the Impossibly Easy French Apple Pie. The bright green color of the beans provides a nice contrast to the golden brown streusel topping and the savory flavor pairs nicely with the sweet apple filling.

FAQ

Q: Can I use other fruit instead of apples in this recipe?

A: Yes, you can use other fruit instead of apples. For example, you can substitute 2 cans (16 ounces each) sliced peaches, well drained, or 4 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (3 cups) for the apples.

Q: How long should I bake the cobbler?

A: Bake the cobbler for 30-35 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and the filling is bubbly.

Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Bisquick was invented in 1931 by a team of General Mills employees led by Jim Clemens. It was the first ready-to-use baking mix, and it revolutionized the baking industry.

Fun Fact 2: The Impossibly Easy French Apple Pie recipe was featured in Betty Crocker's Bisquick Cookbook, which was published in the late 1950s. It has since become a classic dessert, and is a favorite among home bakers.