Apple pie

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (plus cooling)
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8

Description

This Classic Homemade Apple Pie is a timeless dessert with a flaky, buttery crust and a sweet-tart apple filling spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a cozy night in, this pie is sure to impress!

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Ingredients

For the Pie Crust:

• 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tbsp granulated sugar

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

• 6-8 tbsp ice water

For the Apple Filling:

• 6-7 medium apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp works well)

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

• ¼ tsp salt

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, diced

For the Egg Wash (Optional):

• 1 egg, beaten

• 1 tbsp milk or cream

• 1 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

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Instructions

Step 1: Make the Pie Crust

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.

2. Cut in Butter: Add chilled, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Add Water: Gradually add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.

4. Chill: Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling

1. Peel & Slice Apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice apples (about ¼-inch thick).

2. Toss with Spices: In a large bowl, mix apples with sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice.

Step 3: Assemble the Pie

1. Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc to fit a 9-inch pie dish.

2. Add Filling: Place the bottom crust in the dish, then pour in the apple mixture. Dot with diced butter.

3. Top Crust: Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the filling. Crimp edges to seal, then cut slits for venting.

4. Egg Wash (Optional): Brush the top with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Step 4: Bake the Pie

1. Preheat Oven: 375°F (190°C).

2. Bake: Place pie on a baking sheet (to catch drips) and bake for 45-50 minutes, until golden and bubbling.

3. Cool: Let cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.

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Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

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Tips for Success

✔ Use cold butter for a flaky crust.
✔ Let the pie cool before slicing to prevent a runny filling.
✔ Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence!

Enjoy your Classic Homemade Apple Pie—a perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and buttery goodness! 🍏🥧