Applesauce Custard Pie

Prepare the crust by combining 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a large mixing bowl, stirring until combined. Next, use a pastry cutter or fork to cut in 1 stick of diced cold butter (8 tablespoons).

Once butter is cut in, the mixture should resemble small pebbles, add in 1/3 cup of cold water stirring until combined.

The dough should look shaggy; gently knead it until it comes together into a cohesive ball. Flatten it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

In a large bowl, mix 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of unsalted butter.

Add in 2 eggs and mix until combined.

Stir in the applesauce one cup at a time. If you're using store-bought applesauce and find it too thin, you can thicken it by mixing in 1 to 2 teaspoons of cornstarch.

Roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate, then use a fork to flute or crimp the edges.

Preheat oven to 425°F. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake for 30-40 minutes, rotating halfway through to ensure even baking. After baking, let the pie cool completely before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!