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Apple Pie Recipe

Apple Pie Recipe

Nothing exudes comfort and tradition like an apple pie made in the home. With a crust that is flaky and buttery and a filling that carries sweet cinnamon-spiced apple flavors into the air, this is a holiday or family occasion dessert. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or eaten by the slice the next day, this apple pie recipe fills every bite with nostalgic notes of fall.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Slices
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 9inch pie dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pastry cutter or food processor
  • Knife and peeler
  • Whisk
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

  • For the crust:
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 6-8 tbsp ice water
  • For the Filling:
  • 6-7 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled and sliced
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)

Instructions
 

  • Make the crust:
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
    Cut in the cold butter, using a pastry cutter, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    Gradually add ice water, mixing just until the dough holds together.
    Divide the dough into two discs, wrap with plastic, and chill for at least one hour.
  • Prepare the filling:
    In a large bowl, toss together sliced apples, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Assemble the pie:
    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
    Roll out one dough disc and line the pie dish with it. Fill with the apple mixture and dot with butter.
    Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges. Cut slits to allow for steam to escape.
    Prepare egg wash by whisking together egg and milk. Brush over the top crust.
  • Bake:
    Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
    If edges brown too soon, cover with foil.
  • Cool:
    Let the pie rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

An apple pie from scratch is one classic recipe that is simple yet extremely flavorful and indeed great for any occasion. Drizzle with caramel sauce or serve with vanilla ice cream for a beautiful finish. Happy baking!
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