Apple Pie with Gorgonzola

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-23 · Updated 2026-03-23

An American apple pie topped with creamy Italian gorgonzola and honey. This american-inspired desserts (vegetarian) ready in about 60 minutes layers flour, butter, sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 apples
• 100g gorgonzola

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup cold, cubed butter (cut into 1/4-inch pieces). Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Tip: Keep the butter cold for a flaky crust.
2. Step 2: Gradually add 3-4 tbsp ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Tip: Overworking the dough can make it tough.
3. Step 3: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie dish, trimming the edges to 1/2 inch overhang. Use a fork to crimp the edges and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4. Step 4: Peel, core, and slice 4 apples into 1/4-inch-thick wedges. Toss the slices with 1 cup sugar in a bowl until evenly coated. Let sit for 15 minutes to release juices. Tip: Use a mandoline for uniform slices.
5. Step 5: Pour the sugared apples into the chilled pie crust, spreading them evenly. Crumble 100g gorgonzola over the apples, distributing it in small mounds. Tip: Avoid overmixing the gorgonzola to prevent it from melting during baking.
6. Step 6: Bake the pie for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges. Rotate the pie halfway through baking for even color. Tip: If the crust browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil.
7. Step 7: Remove the pie from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle with honey (about 2-3 tbsp) while still warm, allowing it to seep into the filling. Serve at room temperature. Tip: For a caramelized finish, brush the crust with a little melted butter before baking.