Apple Pie is a classic dessert loved worldwide—sweet, spiced apples baked in a flaky, buttery crust. It’s perfect warm with ice cream or whipped cream. 🍎🥧
Classic Apple Pie Recipe
Servings: 8
Ingredients
For the crust (makes 2 crusts)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp 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, cored, and sliced
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Prepare the crust
- Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water 1 tbsp at a time, just until dough holds together.
- Divide into 2 discs, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
- Make the filling
- Toss sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Assemble the pie
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one disc and line a 9-inch pie pan.
- Add apple filling.
- Roll out the second disc and place on top. Trim edges and crimp.
- Cut slits in the top crust for steam.
- Optional: Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle sugar on top.
- Bake
- Bake 45–55 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling.
- Cool and serve
- Let cool 1–2 hours to set the filling. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips & Variations
- Double-crust lattice: Make a lattice top for a classic look.
- Caramel apple pie: Drizzle caramel over apples before baking.
- Spiced variation: Add cloves, allspice, or ginger for extra flavor.
- Mini pies or hand pies: Use smaller tart pans or puff pastry for single servings.
If you want, I can also show you a “restaurant-style caramel apple pie with extra flaky crust” recipe that’s perfect for holidays and gatherings. 🍏🥧
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