
A historical dessert from Recipes from here and there (1900). Bake in slow oven until edge is brown, about one and one-half hours. Serve cold with whipped cream.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Crush or grind one small box (thirty) graham crackers
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Add one-third pound melted butter, one-half cup sugar
Line a pie tin with this mixture, sprinkle with cinnamon
Fill with one No. 2 can apple sauce, or three cups freshly made
Bake in slow oven until edge is brown, about one and one-half hours
Serve cold with whipped cream
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The extended slow baking at low temperature allows moisture from the applesauce to evaporate gradually, concentrating flavors and creating a dense, almost custard-like filling while preventing the butter-rich graham cracker crust from burning. The high proportion of melted butter to cracker crumbs creates a sandy, cookie-like base that holds together when sliced but melts on the tongue. Chilling after baking allows the crust to firm up and the applesauce filling to set, making clean slicing possible.
This dessert is actually best made 1-2 days ahead. The extended chilling time allows the graham cracker crust to absorb subtle moisture from the filling, creating better texture integration. Store covered in the refrigerator. Do not add whipped cream until just before serving.
Store covered tightly with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The crust will soften slightly over time but remains pleasant. Whip cream fresh for each serving rather than storing with cream already applied.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
This dessert is actually best made 1-2 days ahead. The extended chilling time allows the graham cracker crust to absorb subtle moisture from the filling, creating better texture integration. Store covered in the refrigerator. Do not add whipped cream until just before serving.
Store covered tightly with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The crust will soften slightly over time but remains pleasant. Whip cream fresh for each serving rather than storing with cream already applied.