Step back in time with us as we dive into the world of classic American cooking from 1814. In this recipe video, we will be recreating a delicious dessert that has stood the test of time – Apple Puffs. These hand pies are bursting with flavors of sweet and tangy apples, all encased in a warm and flaky pastry.
The recipe for these Apple Puffs was originally published in New York in 1814, and it has been a favorite among families for generations. The simplicity of the ingredients and the rich history behind this dish make it a truly special treat to enjoy.
Imagine biting into a warm Apple Puff, with the aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg dancing in the air. The sweet apples paired with the buttery pastry create a perfect balance of flavors that will leave you wanting more.
But why stop at just apples? These hand pies can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Consider filling them with juicy peaches, plump blueberries, or even ripe strawberries for a unique twist on this classic recipe.
As you follow along with our video, you’ll see just how easy it is to recreate this 1814 American recipe in your own kitchen. From preparing the pastry to filling the hand pies with your favorite fruits, each step is a labor of love that will result in a truly delicious dessert.
So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and transport yourself back in time as you create these Apple Puffs. Whether enjoyed as a sweet treat after dinner or as a special indulgence on a lazy afternoon, these hand pies are sure to bring joy to your table.
Join us on this culinary journey through history, and experience the timeless appeal of classic American cooking with this delightful recipe for Apple Puffs. Happy baking!
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Video “Apple Pie 200 Years Ago |1814 American Recipe| “Apple Puffs” 🥧” was uploaded on 10/03/2024 to Youtube Channel Early American
Love this Vid… This time of year we'd still be be into McIntosh harvesting season where I grew up in CT.. Mom made homemade Pies, Applesauce & Apple Butter… The house smelled like heaven.. Those little puff pies look so good — Great job Chef Justine!
They looked amazing I may try to make some thank you
Every time I watch you bake something you go outside to the oven. What did the women do when there was 3 ft. of snow?
Those are absolutely beautiful and I know they're delicious.
Your crust looks beautiful! ❤
Was 5:23 the weekly, Wednesday tornado siren test? It's at 10 in Springfield, MO.
Oh WOW!!!
Pop Tarts go Way Back. I didn’t know 🤷🏻♀️
Hi from Michigan Justine, can you please tell me about the garment you have wrapped around your chest please? Those apple Puffs look delicious! ❤
Wow! That looked delicious!
I wish we had smell phones 😊😊 the overhead look of the apples roasting, asmr of juice bubbling… I felt as if I could smell it through my phone 😂😊❤
Hi there chickie chicks!!!🐓
Couldn’t wait to watch on Wednesday nights and I’m loving it n love watching the reruns as well
Yum!! That would be such a great way to start the day.
So good to see you, love your dress
Have the last of some apples from my tree and now I know what I'm going to make. Awesome ! Thankyou for the great video's.
I fund y'all's 2 channels a couple of weeks ago. I love the period "tech" used to make the food. Most of the stuff I've seen so far is so appetizing. I really want to try that mushroom loaf. How sweet your husband was to get you ice for the ice cream punishment ha ha. I know that was months ago but I'm catching up. These are like apple hot pockets ha ha. I love the original recipes being shown at the end.
Hello wow nice video ❤❤❤❤❤
3:06 Looks like applesauce. Now we have apple turnovers.
5:30 I hear you, automobile. Lol.
That came out looking mighty tasty, ma'am!
They look delicious
That pastry is 1st class. What a great cook you are, Justine!
So funny when you said you had them for breakfast. When I first saw them, I thought “Period Pop Tarts”!
These looked great. Loved the ❤ shape. Why did you cut out you making the pastry dough?
Looks yummy something youcould recreate now
These are “Apfeltaschen“ (apple pockets) which, in every German bakery, and indeed at Germany‘s ALDI, you can buy every day freshly baked if you do not make them yourself… Usually, they are made with puff pastry…
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QUESTION: do you have a video of you building that outdoor oven if so could you provide a link to that video or the name of the video… Thanks in advance !!!
Very nice video your country name? My country Pakistan city Lahore
Do you have a video showing how you clean up after cooking???😊 Really.
I just went apple picking and have so many apples. I think I am going to try to make this! It looks so simple and delicious. Thank you.
Another great video thank you my friends 😊
They truly seem addictive! I would definitely try making these, thank you ❤
Hi Justine …..I’m originally from Northern California and I used to go to an Apple Orchard/Farms in Camino, Ca, in the fall …called Apple Hill at one Apple farm they sold Apple pies and other fruit pies, but did you know that they sold apple pies unbaked without sugar? You don’t need to add white sugar to an apple pie…..they are sweet without sugar added, they bake in their own juices naturally sweet …..try it next time. Tobey In Arizona now🌵🌞
Apple is the superior fall flavor!! ❤ These little pies were so picturesque Justine – I bet they were as delicious as they looked!
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There's a🐰Mrs.rabbit in the background!💖💕
My goodness…going back even further in time…1814.
I'm not a big fan of apple pies in general, but I do love these apple puffs. It's something about the texture of apples that go into apple pies that I don't like. The apples have to be slightly mushy for me to enjoy them. Mashing the cooked apples would be ideal for me lol
Yummy! Way better than toaster strudels!
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Is that puff pastry?
what’s the possibility of doing peach 🍑 pie recipes, those are the best, Justine 😊
You should be pregnant by now. Every 9 months. 🙂 There was no Birth control back then. You know. No kids, makes this look like the ideal time. Wrong!!
I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!! I WILL TRY THIS!
THANK YOU! <3
Looks delicious.👍👍👍
Have you guys thought of doing a "Modern American" alternate channel or video? It could be a one-off April Fool's video, or a separate channel thing.
"I don't think my father, the inventor of Toaster Strudel, would be too pleased to hear about this."
Apple Puffs (A New System of Domestic Cookery, 1814, New York)
6-7 medium sized apples, pared & cut into wedges
1 lemon's zest
0.5 cups of sugar
1 tsp of cinnamon
Orange or Quince marmalade
Begin by baking the apples by either placing them in an earthen pot and baking them (350 degrees, 30 minutes) or placing in a covered pan over the stove (medium heat, 20 minutes). Cook the apples until they are soft enough to be mashed down by the back of a spoon. Mash them down well then mix with sugar, cinnamon and lemon zest. Prepare a pie paste (an example is below) and cut into either long strips OR cut out in circles. Fill the pastry with the above prepared apple filling and close the edges with a fork. Be sure to ventilate the top by whatever means you wish. I used a cookie cutter but a slit or two over the top works also. Brush the top of the pastry with egg yolk for a beautiful golden color and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. When done use a pastry brush to brush marmalade on top.
Rayfield family pie crust. This was Ron's grandma's:
3 cups of flour
1 & 1/3 cup of cold butter
Salt, a pinch
Vinegar, a dash
1 egg
1/3 cup cold water
Combine the flour & salt. Add the butter (if you cut it into cubes first it's easier to work with). Work into the flour with 2 knives until the butter is the size of peas throughout. In a bowl whisk together an egg with your water & vinegar before combining this with the other ingredients to form a dough.