Apple Pie
A classic homemade apple pie with a flaky golden crust and a sweet-tart spiced apple filling, perfect for holidays or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
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- 6 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pie crust dough for top and bottom crusts (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a rack in the lower third of the oven.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice and zest.
- Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
- Roll out one crust and place in a 9-inch pie dish. Trim edges to hang slightly over the rim.
- Fill with the apple mixture and dot with butter.
- Roll out second crust and place on top or create a lattice pattern. Trim and crimp edges. Cut vents if using full crust.
- Brush crust with beaten egg. Place pie on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake another 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Mix apple varieties for deeper flavor.
- Chilling the dough prevents a soggy crust.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for crunch.
- Bake on the lower oven rack for even browning.
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