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Classic Homemade Apple Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A classic homemade apple pie recipe featuring a buttery, flaky crust and a luscious spiced apple filling. Perfectly baked to a golden brown, this pie combines tart and sweet apples with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of lemon juice for a timeless dessert that serves 8 to 10 people.

Ingredients

Pie Crust

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice water

Apple Filling

  • 6-7 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Finishing

  • 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing the crust)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pie Crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cubed cold butter and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add Ice Water: Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together, ensuring it isn’t too wet or dry.
  3. Chill the Dough: Divide the dough into two equal parts, form each into a disc, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.
  4. Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice until evenly coated. Let the mixture sit for flavors to meld.
  5. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) in preparation for baking the pie.
  6. Roll Out Bottom Crust: On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer it carefully and trim excess dough around the edges.
  7. Add Filling and Butter: Fill the pie crust with the apple mixture, spreading evenly. Dot the apples with small pieces of unsalted butter for richness.
  8. Roll Out Top Crust: Roll the second dough disc to cover the pie. Place it over the apples, trim excess, and crimp the edges to seal the pie tightly. Cut slits in the top to vent steam.
  9. Brush and Sprinkle: Brush the top crust with milk for a golden finish and sprinkle optional coarse sugar for added texture and sweetness.
  10. Bake the Pie: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling hot.
  11. Protect Crust Edges: If edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil or a pie shield to prevent burning.
  12. Cool Before Serving: Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours so the filling sets properly, making it easier to slice and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced flavor that holds shape well during baking.
  • Chilling the dough discs is crucial for a flaky crust; do not skip or shorten this step.
  • Adjust sugar quantities based on the sweetness of your apples if desired.
  • Slits in the top crust are essential for steam to escape and prevent filling spillover.
  • Letting the pie cool completely before cutting ensures clean slices and prevents the filling from oozing.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/classic-homemade-apple-pie-recipe/