Description
This classic apple pie recipe guides you through making a flaky, buttery crust filled with a spiced apple mixture using Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this dessert is a timeless favorite that delivers a warm, comforting flavor ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Pie Crust
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup ice water
For the Apple Filling
- 6–8 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, ensuring the butter remains very cold for a flaky crust.
- Add Ice Water: Gradually add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing lightly with a fork until the dough just comes together, being careful not to overmix.
- Chill the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and form into two discs, one slightly larger. Wrap them in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the apples evenly.
- Roll Out Bottom Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the larger dough disc into a 12-inch circle and transfer it to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges neatly.
- Add Filling: Pour the apple mixture into the crust and dot with small pieces of unsalted butter for added richness.
- Top Crust: Roll out the remaining dough into a 10-inch circle. You can either cut it into strips to create a lattice top or place it as a single top crust. Crimp edges to seal and cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to vent.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the prepared pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Bake the Pie: Bake for 50-60 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. To prevent over-browning, cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for balanced flavor.
- Keeping the butter ice-cold is essential for a flaky crust.
- Covering the edges of the crust with foil during baking helps prevent burning.
- Allow the pie to cool fully to avoid runny filling when slicing.
- Optional: Brush the top crust with an egg wash before baking for a shiny, golden finish.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American