No-Bake Apple Pie: The Quick Dessert with Maria Cookies
Apple pie has a nostalgic quality, a recipe that reminisces about grandma's kitchen and long afternoons. But you don't need an oven, shortcrust pastry, or baking skills to create a delicious version . This recipe, inspired by practical Mexican cooking, uses crushed cookies as a base, a quick apple compote, and a touch of cinnamon to capture all the essence of the original dessert... with fewer steps and more possibilities.
It's ideal for those who cook with few utensils, don't have an oven, or are simply looking for a dessert that looks good, tastes better, and is ready in minutes.
Ingredients (4-6 servings)For the base:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Maria or whole wheat cookies
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
For the filling:
- 3 medium apples (red or green), peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Procedure:
- Cookie Base: Mix the crushed cookies with the melted butter and cinnamon until a sandy paste forms. Press this mixture into the bottom of a mold (round or ovenproof) until a firm base forms. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm.
- Apple Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, place the diced apples along with the sugar (or honey), cinnamon, a pinch of salt, lemon juice, and water. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until the apples are soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- Assembly: Pour the filling over the cooled biscuit base. Refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up and allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with a dollop of yogurt, cream, or nuts if desired.
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