Description
Classic Homemade Apple Pie Recipe with a buttery, flaky crust and spiced apple filling. Perfect for cozy fall nights and festive gatherings. Learn how to make this delicious dessert step-by-step!
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
6–8 tablespoons ice water
For the Apple Filling:
6–7 medium apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Make the Pie Crust:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add cold butter, cutting it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough into two disks, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
- Toss apple slices with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt in a large bowl.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out one dough disk and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Add apple filling, dot with butter, and cover with the second rolled-out dough. Seal edges and cut slits for steam.
- Bake the Pie:
- Brush the top crust with water or egg wash.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Cover edges if browning too quickly.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let cool for at least 2 hours before serving. Pair with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Brush the bottom crust with beaten egg white to prevent sogginess.
For variations, try adding ground cloves or a crumb topping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
