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No-Bake Apple Pie (+Video)

It may sound strange but it is possible to make a delicious no-bake apple pie! It whips up in minutes and tastes wonderful! Perfect for summer!

A SIMPLE APPLE PIE RECIPE

Now, I know you are reading the title of this recipe and thinking, “No way! There is no such thing as a no-bake apple pie. And if there is such a thing, how can it taste good?” I know, I know. But I am telling you, this pie is really good. If you are craving apple pie in the summer, but don’t want to turn on your oven, then this is your pie. It is surprising how the flavors really come together and you never have to turn on your oven.

Easy No-Bake Apple Pie slice on a white plate.

NO OVEN NEEDED!

Maybe baking isn’t really your thing. Maybe you think there is too much involved in making an apple pie totally from scratch, then this is your pie! The other bonus? Hardly any dishes are dirtied making this. And I love that. So this goes at the top of my weeknight dessert list for sure! This dessert recipe was adapted (with some changes) from Gooseberry Patch’s latest cookbook, Game-Day Fan Fare. Recipe submitted by Deanna P.L. of NC.

slice of no bake apple pie on a white plate. Close up photo of the pie.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)

  • apples
  • water
  • lemon Jell-O
  • cinnamon
  • nutmeg
  • Cook & Serve vanilla pudding
  • graham cracker crust
  • crushed graham crackers
graham cracker crust, apples, lemon jello, vanilla pudding, water, cinnamon, nutmeg.

*Note: You want to look for the Graham Cracker Crust that says “2 extra servings.” This will be a 10-inch crust.

HOW TO MAKE NO-BAKE APPLE PIE:

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, combine apples, 1 1/2 cups water, dry lemon Jell-O mix, cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.

sliced apples, lemon jello, cinnamon, nutmeg in. a large saucepan.

Simmer for about 4 to 6 minutes, until apples are tender. Stir in dry pudding mix and add remaining 1/4 cup water.

water and vanilla pudding added to sliced apple mixture in large sauce pan.

Cook and stir for about 2 minutes, or until mixture is thickened (like syrup.) Remove from heat.

softened, cooked apples in thick syrup.

Spoon filling into crust. Allow to cool on countertop. Then cover and refrigerate overnight.

no bake apple pie filling poured into a large graham cracker crust.

Letting it set is really important. It will thicken and set as it cools in the fridge so it’s important you give it time to completely cool. Then prepare the topping. Take about 4-5 graham cracker squares and place in a Ziploc bag. Crush the crackers using a rolling pin or some other heavy object. Sprinkle crushed graham crackers over cooled pie. Slice and serve. Top with whipped cream (optional.)

slice, no bake apple pie with graham cracker topping.

Note: If you prefer your pie warm, you can always put your slices of pie (on a microwave-safe plate) and heat for a few seconds until warmed through. And serve with a good dollop of ice cream!

a fork holding up a bite of o bake apple pie.

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Easy No Bake Apple Pie recipe

No-Bake Apple Pie (+Video)

It may sound strange but it is possible to make a delicious no-bake apple pie! It whips up in minutes and tastes wonderful!
5 from 12 votes
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds apples (about 5 apples), peeled, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1 ¾ cups water, divided use
  • 3 ounce box lemon Jell-O
  • ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3 ounce box Cook & Serve vanilla pudding
  • 10 inch graham cracker crust
  • crushed cinnamon graham crackers, for topping

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, over medium heat, combine apples, 1 1/2 cups water, lemon Jell-O mix, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 4 to 6 minutes, until apples are tender.
  • Stir in vanilla pudding mix and add remaining 1/4 cup water.
  • Cook and stir for about 2 minutes, or until mixture is thickened (like syrup).
  • Remove from heat. Spoon filling into graham cracker crust.
  • Then cover and refrigerate overnight. It will thicken and set as it cools in the fridge so it’s important you give it time to completely cool.
  • Take about 4-5 graham cracker squares and place in a Ziploc bag. Crush the crackers using a rolling pin or some other heavy object.
  • Sprinkle crushed graham crackers over cooled pie.
  • Slice and serve. Top with whipped cream (optional.)

Video

YouTube video

Notes

  • If you prefer your pie warm, you can always put your slices of pie (on a microwave-safe plate) and heat for a few seconds until warmed through. And serve with a good dollop of ice cream!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 162mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 47g

Nutritional Disclaimer

“The Country Cook” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories and other nutritional values can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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Originally published: May 2013
Updated & republished: June 2019

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31 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    I have made this pie 3 times now and it’s better every time, I did not have a pie shell, but I did have graham crackers so I crushed the crackers into an old pyrex meatloaf pan, filled it wth delish apples and raisins, chilled it as required then used more grahams crushed on top best recipe ever, thanks again, so much

  2. I am Diabetic, and always looking for something sweet. I wonder if you could do this with “sugar-free” pudding and Jello?

  3. 5 stars
    Made this an even picky son ate every drop

    sure be a good take along to make

    only thing is i plan to use a few more than 5 apples maybe should have weighed but did not

  4. 5 stars
    Where's the whipped cream? 🙂 This looks fabulous and I think my children would love this over a baked pie. Thanks again for an awesome recipe!!!

  5. Hi Brandie, I love the idea behind this recipe, but, being a diabetic, the jello and pudding worry me. Do you think I could use the sugar-free version of both?

    Thanks, Linda

  6. 5 stars
    I'm with the rest of the gals who are saying I LOVE YOUR BLOG! This is such an interesting recipe…and I'm sure it's wonderful, or you certainly wouldn't be sharing it. What a concept! I'm pinning this one and will be trying it soon. Thanks for sharing.

  7. is there a substitute for the lemon jello that I could use? we aren't a lemon flavor family.

  8. Hi Brandie,
    I just have to say I love your blog. I've made a few dishes from your posts and so far everything has been easy and delicious. Thank you for all the good recipes. I am excited about this one!

  9. 5 stars
    You already had my attention at "apple pie" but now you really have my attention at "no bake". Going to give this a try once I pick up some apples. I am in love with the smell of apple pie… mmmm!

    1. 5 stars
      I cheated and went the total lazy way out, I used canned apple pie filling, also made one with peach filling. great for a quik weekend get together and there is almost no mess, I am so ready for the summer potlucks !!

  10. Love your site. Have made some of your poke cakes Big hit. can't wait to try this. I think I'll put like a dutch apple crumb topping on mine

  11. I love apple pie, but I find it difficult to get the apples soft without burning the crust. Looks like this is a better option. However, I would like to use a pre-baked pie crust instead of the graham cracker crust. Any suggestions on how I might do that? I agree that a dollop of vanilla ice cream along side a slice of this is a must.

    1. Hi Bitsy! That would be very easy to do. You could buy a regular frozen pie crust. On the back of the pie crust, there will be directions on how to prebake the crust for no-bake fillings. Just follow those directions. Normally, it will say to use a fork to poke some holes in the crust, then pop in the oven to bake for about 15-20 minutes. Take it out and then fill with this filling. Hope that helps! I think you are just going to LOVE this filling!

    2. To keep your crust from burning, cover it with strips of aluminum foil while baking. When it's done, just pull the foil off and you'll have perfect crusts.