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Apple Pie


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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Apple Pie is a timeless classic, featuring tender apples, cinnamon, and a buttery flaky crust. This comforting dessert is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a cozy treat, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth.


Ingredients

  1. For the crust:
    2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    1 tablespoon granulated sugar
    1 teaspoon salt
    1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
    68 tablespoons ice water
    For the filling:
    68 medium apples (a mix of tart and sweet apples, like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
    1/2 cup granulated sugar
    1/4 cup brown sugar
    2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    1 tablespoon lemon juice
    1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

For the crust: Prepare the pie crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and cut them into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  1. Add the ice water: Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough begins to come together. You may not need all the water.
  2. Chill the dough: Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
  3. For the filling: Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place them in a large bowl.
  4. Make the filling: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the mixture to the apples and toss until the apples are evenly coated. Add lemon juice and mix gently.
  5. Assembling the pie: Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough discs into a 12-inch circle. Place it into a 9-inch pie pan and trim the edges, leaving about 1 inch of dough overhang.
  7. Add the filling: Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust and spread it out evenly. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter.
  8. Top the pie: Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the apples. Trim any excess dough, then crimp the edges of the pie crust to seal. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  9. Bake the pie: Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil to prevent burning.
  10. Cool the pie: Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the filling to set.

Notes

  1. Add caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the filling before covering with the top crust for added sweetness.
  2. Use a lattice crust: Instead of a solid top crust, cut the second dough disc into strips and weave them into a lattice pattern on top of the pie for a beautiful presentation.
  3. Make it vegan: Substitute the butter in the crust and filling with dairy-free butter or coconut oil for a vegan version.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg