Apple Pie

Savor the warmth of a classic homemade apple pie with this easy and delicious recipe. Baked to golden perfection, the sweet aroma of cinnamon-spiced apples encased in a flaky crust makes this traditional apple pie a timeless dessert

Prep time:

30 mins

Servings:

Cook time:

45 mins

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Total time:

1 hour 15 mins

What you'll need

Ingredients

Pie crust

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup ice water

Apple filling

6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Finishing

1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)

Directions

STEP 1

In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs

STEP 2

Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour

STEP 3

Roll out one disc to fit the pie dish and place it in the bottom. Keep the second disc refrigerated

STEP 4

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C)

STEP 5

In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are coated

STEP 6

Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust

STEP 7

Roll out the second disc and place it over the filling. Seal and crimp the edges

STEP 8

Cut slits on the top crust for venting. Optionally, brush with an egg wash and sprinkle sugar

STEP 9

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly

STEP 10

Allow to cool before slicing

Nutrition facts (per serving)

Calories:

400

Protein:

Fat:

20g

Carbs:

55g

Fiber:

Sugar:

30g

Sodium:

150mg