Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie Ala Mode: A Deliciously Decadent Dessert

Discover the magic of creating a mouthwatering dessert with Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie recipe, a delightful dish that showcases the renowned chef’s talent for crafting delicious, heartwarming treats. This expertly crafted recipe provides step-by-step guidance to create a perfect, flaky pie crust and a flavorful, spiced apple filling that will leave you craving more. (Also see Gordon Ramsay Blondies)

A traditional apple pie is as endless as they come; it is one of those favorite comforting desserts. It features a classic sweet-tart or butter pie crust surrounding a spiced apple blend. It usually has a beautiful crisscross lattice top crust or apple pie crumble. Sometimes served with vanilla ice cream and topped with whipped cream, known as “à la mode,” or in certain parts of the world, with cheddar cheese.

With Ramsay’s guidance and tips, you’ll master the art of making a classic apple pie that will impress your friends and family. Experience the joy of baking with Gordon Ramsay’s Apple Pie recipe and savor the irresistible flavors of this timeless dessert.

Equipment You Need To Make Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie Recipe

To make Gordon Ramsay’s Apple Pie recipe, you’ll need the following equipment:

  1. Cutting board: A stable surface for cutting and preparing your ingredients.
  2. Chef’s knife and paring knife: A sharp knife for peeling and slicing apples.
  3. Mixing bowls: Various sizes for pie dough, apple filling, and other components.
  4. Measuring cups and spoons: For accurate measurements of liquid and dry ingredients.
  5. Pastry cutter or fork: Cut butter into the pie crust’s flour mixture.
  6. Rolling pin: To roll out the pie dough to the desired thickness.
  7. 9-inch pie dish: A standard-sized dish for assembling and baking the apple pie.
  8. Plastic wrap: To wrap and chill the pie dough before rolling it out.
  9. Pastry brush: To brush egg wash or melted butter onto the pie crust before baking.
  10. Aluminum foil: Cover the pie edges if they brown too quickly while baking.
  11. Cooling rack: To allow the apple pie to cool evenly after baking.
  12. Oven mitts: To protect your hands when handling hot items.

Gather all the necessary equipment before you start, and enjoy making a delicious, classic apple pie with Gordon Ramsay’s expert guidance!

I’ve used and recommend both cookware sets, the ScanPan 10-Piece Cookware Set and the HexClad 7-Piece Hybrid; both are well-made pans with a solid, heavy bottom, heat fast, and they get the job done. Visit the ScanPan or HexClad on Amazon. (Learn more about Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Essential Tools)

How to Make Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie Recipe

Ingredients: For the pie crust:

  • 2 1/2 cups (350g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice-cold water

For the apple filling:

  • 6 cups (approximately 6-7 apples) peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Golden Delicious is recommended)
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For assembly:

  • 1 egg, lightly beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the pie crust: Whisk the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice-cold water, 1 tablespoon, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Prepare the apple filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well, ensuring the apples are evenly coated.
  4. Roll out the pie crust: Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough discs into a 12-inch circle, about 1/8-inch thick. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges. Carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, gently pressing it into the bottom and sides.
  5. Assemble the pie: Pour the apple filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly. Roll out the second dough disc, drape it over the apple filling, or create a lattice pattern. Trim and crimp the edges to seal. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  6. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  7. Bake the pie for 50-60 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the edges of the pie start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
  8. Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your delicious Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!

Please note that this is not an official Gordon Ramsay recipe but an adaptation inspired by his cooking style.

Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie Crumble

4 from 20 votes
Course: AmericanCuisine: Desert
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes

Experience the delightful flavors and textures in Gordon Ramsay Apple Pie Crumble. This delicious dessert showcases the renowned chef’s ability to create dishes that captivate the senses. This expertly crafted recipe guides you through making a perfectly balanced apple and cranberry filling, complemented by a crisp, buttery crumble topping.

Ideal for both casual gatherings and special occasions, this dessert will impress your loved ones with its comforting warmth and irresistible taste. Embark on a culinary adventure with Gordon Ramsay’s Apple and Cranberry Crumble recipe and discover the joy of creating a memorable, mouthwatering dessert.

Ingredients

  • ½ C White sugar, + some more for sprinkling over pie

  • ½ tsp. Ground cinnamon

  • ¼ Freshly grated nutmeg, about a pinch

  • 4 Big tart apples for baking Fuji or Gala, about 3 LB.

  • 4 Tbsp. 4 Unsalted butter – ½ stick

  • 1 XL. Egg yolk, whipped with 2 tsp. of water to make the egg wash

  • For Pie Pastry (Makes 1 LB.)
  • ½ C. unsalted butter, (1 full stick) Room Temp.

  • 7 tablespoons 7 white sugar

  • 1 Whole XL. egg

  • 1 ¾ C. All-purpose flour

Directions

  • You want first to start making the filling by caramelizing the apple. Mix the cinnamon, nutmeg and sugar. Peel the apples, then core and quarter, and cut the qtrs into large thick chunks. Then put them in a bowl and shank the spiced sugar to coat the apple chucks.
  • You will fry the apple chucks in two bunches: in a wide, nonstick frying pan, you will melt half the butter, then add half of the apple chunks, and fry until golden and caramelized around the edges over high heat, around 5 mins. After cooking, please place them in a large bowl. Duplicate the remaining bunch of apples with the remaining butter. Let them cool down completely.
  • Now, preheat your oven to 375°F. Roll out around half of the sweet pastry on a lightly floured countertop surface to about ⅛-in. thick. Turn over an 8-inch pie tin on top of the sweet pastry and cut out an irregular circle a little larger than the pan.
  • Place pastry in the pie pan to the line, pressing down lightly to eliminate air pockets, and trim off the extra pastry. Now roll out the remaining sweet pastry into one more circle, once more a little bigger than the pie pan, for the crust top.
  • Spoon the cool fried apples equally into the pie shell. With a little water, Brush the rim of the bottom crust, then place the top of the crust over the pie. Push down lightly to trim off the extra pastry to seal the pie. Crease the edges and brush with egg wash on the top to glaze.
  • Cut a small cross in the center so vapor can escape throughout cooking. You do so by using the tip of a paring knife. Then shank a little sugar on top.
  • Place pie in the oven and bake until the pie crust is golden brown and crisp about 35 – 40 minutes. Make sure you let it cool for 15 – 20 minutes before cutting to serve.
  • For Pie Pastry (Makes 1 LB.)

Recipe Video

Notes

  • Adapted from Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen

John Siracusa

John is a passionate food enthusiast and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in the food service industry. He is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Hell's Kitchen Recipes, a website dedicated to providing high-quality recipes and content to the culinary world. When he's not crafting recipes or managing the website, John enjoys spending time with his family and attending trade shows. He also loves connecting with his audience through social media and can be found on Facebook, Twitter, Google  Podcast and Hell's Kitchen Recipes YouTube channel.

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