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Classic Homemade Apple Pie

A delightful recipe for classic apple pie that combines tart and sweet apples for the perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the filling

  • 6 cups sliced apples (half Granny Smith and half Honeycrisp) Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor.
  • ¾ cup brown sugar Provides a deeper flavor to the filling.
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon For spice.
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg For added depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice To prevent browning and enhance flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch To thicken the filling and prevent sogginess.

For the crust

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Main ingredient for the crust.
  • 1 cup cold butter Chilled butter creates a flaky crust.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adds a hint of sweetness.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness of the crust.
  • 6-8 tablespoons cold water To bring the dough together.

For assembly

  • 2 tablespoons butter Dotted on top of apples before adding the top crust.
  • 1 egg beaten (or milk) For egg wash to achieve a golden crust.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Slice your apples thickly and toss them with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, salt, and flour/cornstarch.

Making the crust

  • In a food processor, combine flour, cold butter, sugar, and salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles pebbly sand.
  • Gradually add cold water, a tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.

Assembling the pie

  • Roll out one half of the dough and lay it in your pie dish.
  • Fill with the apple mixture, dot with butter, and cover with the top crust. Crimp the edges and cut vents into the top for steam to escape.
  • Brush the top crust with the egg wash.

Baking

  • Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking until golden brown and juices bubble, about 30-40 minutes.
  • Let the pie cool before slicing for best results.

Notes

Chill the dough for flaky layers, and ensure to let the pie cool completely before slicing to avoid a soupy filling.
Keyword Apple Pie, Baking, Classic Recipes, Dessert Recipe, Homemade Pie