History of Apple pie in Timeline
Apple pie is a popular dessert with apples as the main filling. It's commonly served with whipped cream, ice cream, custard, or cheddar cheese. Typically, it has a double crust, with pastry covering both the top and bottom of the filling. The top crust can be either solid or latticed, while the bottom crust may be pre-baked to prevent sogginess. A notable exception is Tarte Tatin, which is baked with the crust on top and then inverted for serving.
1902: Apple Pie and American Identity
In 1902, a newspaper article linked apple pie to American resilience, stating that a pie-loving nation is difficult to defeat. This highlights the growing association of apple pie with national pride.
1950: The Fiery Bear
In 1950, the song "The Fiery Bear" by Jack Holden and Frances Kay juxtaposed apple pie, a symbol of American culture, against the Russian bear of the Soviet Union.