Indulge in the timeless delight of a classic apple pie. This recipe combines the sweet and tart flavors of apples with a flaky, buttery crust, creating a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
Classic Apple Pie Recipe
Indulge in the timeless delight of a classic apple pie. This recipe combines the sweet and tart flavors of apples with a flaky, buttery crust, creating a comforting dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup ice water
For the Filling:
- 6-7 medium-sized apples a mix of sweet and tart varieties, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
For Assembly:
- 1 egg for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice until the apples are evenly coated.
- On a floured surface, roll out one disc of the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Place the rolled-out dough into the pie dish and trim any excess hanging over the edges.
- Spoon the prepared apple filling into the pie crust. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter.
- Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the apple filling. Trim and crimp the edges to seal the pie. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it over the top crust. Sprinkle with granulated sugar. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve slices with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.