
Berlin Apple Pie
Description
The pastry is prepared simply and quickly. I'll tell you, it can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1

1. Prepare the ingredients. Take the butter out of the refrigerator 30–40 minutes in advance so it becomes soft.
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Step 2

2. Combine the butter with the sugar, beat well with a mixer or fork. Add the egg, stir. Pour in the cognac, stir well again.
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Step 3

3. Sift the flour, combine it with the leavening agent, and incorporate it into the dough.
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Step 4

4. Knead a soft, pliable dough that hardly sticks to the hands. Wrap it in plastic film or a bag and place it in the refrigerator for 30–40 minutes.
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Step 5

5. For the filling, peel the apples and remove the cores. Grate them using a coarse grater, add cinnamon, raisins, sugar, and starch. Mix well.
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Step 6

6. Line the pan with parchment. Distribute the dough so that a base and high edges are formed. Spread the apple filling and smooth it out. Place the pie in a hot oven (180 °C) and bake for 45 minutes.
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Step 7

7. Let the cake cool slightly, first in the pan, then remove the ring. Before serving, let the cake rest for at least 1 hour so the filling sets well.
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Step 8

8. delicious apple pie!