Why is my zucchini pie soggy?

Most likely, your zucchini wasn’t drained enough. After boiling, press the slices thoroughly between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Soggy crust in a zucchini apple pie is almost always due to leftover water in the filling. You can also vent the top crust and consider a short blind bake for the bottom.

Do apple and zucchini go together?

Absolutely. While they’re often used separately, the mild flavor of zucchini makes it a great companion to apple in baking. In fact, in zucchini apple pie, zucchini completely takes on the texture and taste of apples when spiced right. The combination is more natural than you'd expect.

Why does McDonald’s apple pie taste so good?

It’s the balance of spices, buttery crust, and that sweet filling with a touch of tartness. Interestingly, these same flavor principles are what make zucchini apple pie work too—cinnamon, sugar, and vinegar help mimic that comforting taste without any apples at all.

How do you fill a mock apple pie with zucchini?

After blanching and draining, coat zucchini slices in a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, sugars, and starch. This spiced mixture fills the crust like a traditional apple filling. Dot with butter, drizzle vinegar, and top with crust before baking your zucchini apple pie to golden perfection.

Zucchini Apple Pie: 1 Irresistible and Easy Dessert Win

Description

A mock apple pie made with zucchini that’s tender, spiced, and shockingly close to the real thing.

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 cups zucchini (peeled, seeded, sliced 1/4″)

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/4 tsp ground cardamom

1 1/2 tsp cream of tartar

2 tbsp cornstarch or flour

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp vinegar (white or apple cider)

1 tbsp butter

2 ready-made pie crusts

1/2 tsp sugar (for topping crust)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Boil zucchini slices for 2 minutes; drain and press dry.

3. In a bowl, toss zucchini with all dry ingredients.

4. Lay one pie crust in a 9-inch pan.

5. Add zucchini mixture, dot with butter, and drizzle vinegar.

6. Top with second crust, seal edges, and vent.

7. Brush top crust lightly with water and sprinkle with sugar.

8. Bake 15 minutes at 425°F.

9. Reduce heat to 350°F and bake 45 minutes more.

10. Serve warm with ice cream or chilled.

Notes

Make sure to press zucchini dry to avoid sogginess.

Cardamom adds a unique depth to the spice blend.

Substitute vinegar with lemon juice for a brighter flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 310
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: zucchini apple pie, mock apple pie, zucchini dessert