Last Updated on August 13, 2022 by Corinne Schmitt
Apple and Rhubarb Pie is a traditional dessert for fall and the Thanksgiving holiday. A classic dessert recipe that will bring color and flavor to your table.
WHAT IS RHUBARB?
Rhubarb is actually a vegetable that grows long leafy stalks. It has been used as a food since the 18th to 19th centuries. Prior to that is was traditionally used in medicines.
Rhubarb stalks have a tart taste and are typically used in sweet recipes to help tame the strong tart flavor. Many times the stalks are boiled with sugar to help make them more palatable and it is commonly used in pies!
One thing to know about rhubarb is that only the stalks can be safely eaten. The leaves contain some poisonous toxins!
Rhubarb does contain some Vitamin C and calcium.
When picking rhubarb look for stalks that are firm, well-colored and straight! The colors of the rhubarb and apples make this a gorgeous pie.
INGREDIENTS FOR APPLE AND RHUBARB PIE
I like to find ways to save time in the kitchen that doesn’t sacrifice taste. One easy way to save time while still getting great results is by using refrigerated pie crusts! They are delicious!
- Refrigerated Pie Crusts
- Sliced Rhubarb
- Cinnamon
- Apple Pie Filling
- Apple Pie Spice
- Instant Tapioca
HOW TO MAKE APPLE AND RHUBARB PIE
This recipe is actually very simple compared to other pies I have made. The shortcuts of store-bought refrigerated pie crusts and apple pie filling allow me to spend more time with my family but still end up with a delicious apple and rhubarb pie!
STEP ONE: PIE CRUST
Start off by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F.
Spray a 9-inch pie pan with non-stick cooking spray so that you will be able to easily remove slices from your pie later!
Put one of the refrigerated pie crusts in the pie pan.
STEP TWO: MAKE FILLING
Now take the sliced rhubarb, sugar and cinnamon and place in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Stir these ingredients together to coat the rhubarb. Allow this mixture to sit for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After the 15 minutes go ahead and add in the apple pie filling, apple pie spice and tapioca. Mix everything together well.
STEP THREE: FILL CRUST
Pour the apple rhubarb mixture into the crust-lined pie pan.
Take the 2nd pie crust and layer it on top of the filled pie pan.
Flute the edges of the crust to seal.
STEP FOUR: BAKE
Place the pie pan in the oven for 55 minutes. You want the crust to be golden brown!
If the crust is getting too “done” around the edges you can place a pie crust protector on the crust edge for part of the cooking time. I personally love this silicone crust protector
!
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before serving! One little tip: serve this with a scoop of ice cream to make it even better! If you like this pie, try my Homemade Fresh Blueberry Pie.
APPLE AND RHUBARB PIE RECIPE
There is no doubt that your family will love this apple and rhubarb pie recipe. You can print off the complete ingredients and instructions via the recipe card below.
Apple and Rhubarb Pie
Ingredients
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts 9 inches each
- 2 cups red rhubarb sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 21 ounces apple pie filling canned
- ¾ teaspoon apple pie spice
- 3 tablespoons instant tapioca
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray 9-inch pie pan with non-stick cooking spray, and place one unbaked pie crust in the pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix rhubarb, sugar and cinnamon. Let sit for fifteen minutes, stirring on and off.
- Add in the pie filling, apple pie spice and tapioca and mix together.
- Pour into pie crust-lined pan, and then lay the second pie crust over the top and flute the edges of the crust.
- Bake for 55 minutes and let cool completely prior to serving.
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I have tried this pie and I can’t wait for Fall nor Thanksgiving to make it again! So easy and I can still remember its taste. Makes me crave right now!