Name: Classic American Apple Pie
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6-8 medium-sized Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for thickening); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces; 1 package of refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade, if preferred); 1 egg (for egg wash); 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)

Description

Classic American Apple Pie is a timeless dessert with a spiced, sweet apple filling and a flaky, buttery crust. This easy recipe is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a comforting treat. Discover how to make this beloved pie with Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special touch!

Ingredients

6–8 medium-sized Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for thickening)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

1 package of refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade, if preferred)

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss the ingredients together to ensure the apples are evenly coated.
Roll out one of the pie crusts and line a 9-inch pie dish with it.
Pour the apple filling into the pie crust, spreading it out evenly. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter.
Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the top of the apples. Trim any excess dough, then crimp the edges together to seal the pie.
Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape while baking.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the top crust.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 2 hours before serving to let the filling set.

Notes

To prevent a soggy bottom, consider pre-baking the crust for 5-10 minutes before adding the apple filling.
Feel free to add nuts (walnuts or pecans) to the filling for added texture and flavor.
If you’d like a sweeter twist, drizzle caramel sauce over the apple filling before placing the top crust

Prep Time: 25min
Cook Time: 25min
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American