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Author\u2019s note: I have no affiliation with <\/em>Aldi<\/em><\/a>, and I was not compensated in any way for this review.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flakier than my ex.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I saw this Apple Pie with Cinnamon in the Aldi Weekly Ad<\/a>, and I planned a store trip just to get one. Unfortunately<\/em>, there were none on the shelf when I arrived, and panic set in. Apple pie disappointments are a serious thing, my friends. Fortunately<\/em>, a very helpful Aldi employee found one “in the back” for me \u2014 and life was good again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My pie appeared to be previously frozen, as it was quite cold when I received it. Although this dessert is technically<\/em> already baked and ready to serve, the instructions on the box indicated it should be re-baked before serving (more about that later). So I did that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aldi isn’t lying when they describe this crust as “flaky.” This is one of the flakiest pie crusts I’ve had. It’s flakier than my ex. The outer layer is crisp \u2014 but very thin and delicate \u2014 whereas the inner layers are softer and moister. The crust has more of a savory taste than sweet \u2014 which was the perfect compliment to the fruit interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(For another flaky-tender savory crust, check out my review of the Publix Apple Pie<\/a>.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you’ve read my other reviews, you know I complain a lot<\/em> about desserts that are “too sweet.” I’m delighted to say, this pie is NOT too sweet. In fact, this is probably the “least sweet” apple pie I’ve ever tried. The lack of overpowering sweetness allows the apple flavor to really shine. This delighted me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that apple pies were originally made without sugar? Here is an interesting article on the origins of apple pie.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Speaking of apples, these are tender, but not mushy. I would describe the filling as “very tangy” with a strong lemony zing. I was pleased to see real lemon puree in the ingredients, instead of just some generic “tangy” factor, like citric acid. Unlike other apple fillings where you are getting more gooey liquid than actual apples, this pie is full of perky fruit and has very little “filling” between the slices. I approve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sadly, the cinnamon is not<\/em> a strong flavor. Just a whisper. In fact, there’s very little<\/em> flavor to this pie outside of the apples and lemony tartness. I do<\/em> prefer more spices in my pie \u2014 especially nutmeg \u2014 but this was still enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooking & Serving Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The box recommended re-baking the pie before serving. I definitely<\/em> think it is worth the extra step to do this. I cooked mine on a baking sheet at 350 for 10 minutes. My pie came out tasting freshly baked, crisp, and flakey \u2014 instead of a flaccid, previously frozen texture. I did notice the crust became much darker along the edges, so next time I may cover the crimped edge in a protective shield of aluminum foil before baking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutrition Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are 9 servings per pie \u2014 which is an awkward number. Never in my life have I intentionally sliced a pie into 9 pieces, but OK. Challenge accepted. Each serving has 330 calories, 18 grams of fat, 2 grams of protein, and 19 grams of sugar. I was pleased to see that only 13 grams are “added sugar.” You also get 2 grams of fiber. Yay, fiber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients in Aldi Bake Shop Apple Pie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Well, the first ingredient is “apples,” so that’s nice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n