Description
This classic Homemade Apple Pie recipe is a must-try for any baking enthusiast. With a flaky, golden crust and a sweet, spiced apple filling, it’s a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 2½ pounds (about 6 cups) peeled, cored, and sliced Granny Smith apples
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Crust:
- 1 package (14 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade, 2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Assemble the pie: Unroll one pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the apple filling into the crust, dot with butter, and cover with the second crust. Crimp the edges, cut slits, and brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and bubbly. Cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, add vanilla extract or ground cloves to the filling.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a classic touch.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
