Description
A classic, nostalgic apple pie recipe featuring a buttery crust and sweet-tart apple filling spiced with cinnamon.
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
- For the filling:
- 6 large apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional:
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water for egg wash
- Coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Make the crust: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time, tossing gently until dough just comes together. Divide into two discs, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla. Let rest while you roll the dough.
- Assemble: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one dough disc on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer to the dish and trim edges. Spoon the apple filling into the crust, mounding slightly in the center. Roll out the second disc and either place it whole as a top crust (cut steam vents) or cut into strips for a lattice. Trim and crimp the edges, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle coarse sugar on top if desired.
- Bake: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes to set the crust, then reduce heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 35–45 more minutes until the filling bubbles and the crust is golden. To prevent over-browning, tent loosely with foil if edges brown too quickly. Cool at least 2 hours before slicing so the filling sets.
Notes
Keep ingredients cold for a flaky crust. Don’t overwork the dough to prevent toughness. Slice apples uniformly for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American