21 Apple Pie
Experience the ultimate blend of tradition and indulgence with the "21 Apple Pie," a show-stopping dessert crafted to perfection. This recipe combines a rich, flaky homemade crust with an irresistible filling made from a medley of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, precisely sliced into 21 pieces for optimal texture and flavor in every bite. Enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, a hint of brown sugar, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this pie achieves the ideal balance of sweet and tart. Topped with a golden, sugar-sprinkled crust and baked to bubbling perfection, it’s the quintessential comfort food for any season. Whether served warm with vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this timeless dessert is as delicious as it is impressive. Perfect for holiday gatherings, special occasions, or a cozy weekend treat, this apple pie will surely become a cherished family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 7 Apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
- 0.75 cup Light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt for the crust.
Cut the chilled, cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel, core, and slice the apples into even 21 slices per pie. If using large apples, you may halve or quarter the slices as needed.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the apples with brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, flour, and lemon juice. Set aside.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough disks to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Carefully transfer the dough to the dish and trim excess edges.
Fill the pie dish with the apple mixture, mounding it slightly in the center.
Roll out the second dough disk and place it over the apples. Trim any overhang, fold the edges under, and crimp decoratively. Cut slits in the center to vent.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar for a golden finish.
Bake the pie at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then lower the heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 202.3 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.0 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1932 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 672.2 g | 244% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.6 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 359.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2184 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
