Apple Raisin Pie
Discover the ultimate comfort dessert with this homemade Apple Raisin Pie, a delightful twist on the classic apple pie. Featuring tender slices of tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp apples paired with plump, juicy raisins, this pie is brimming with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a truly cozy flavor. The flaky, all-butter crust is made from scratch, giving the pie an irresistibly golden and buttery finish, especially when brushed with milk and sprinkled with coarse sugar. Perfectly sweetened with a combination of brown sugar and tangy lemon juice, the filling achieves the ideal balance of sweetness and brightness. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this pie is a showstopper for any occasion and pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for fall gatherings, holiday dinners, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this Apple Raisin Pie promises to impress with every slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 medium Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 0.75 cup Raisins
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Milk or heavy cream (for brushing the crust)
- 2 teaspoons Coarse sugar (for sprinkling, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar (2 tablespoons from the total), and salt.
Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together.
Divide the dough into two discs, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple slices, raisins, brown sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cornstarch. Toss well to coat evenly.
Roll out one of the chilled dough discs to fit a 9-inch pie dish, leaving a slight overhang around the edges. Transfer the dough to the pie dish.
Spoon the apple raisin mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly.
Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the filling. Trim excess dough, then crimp or flute the edges to seal.
Cut a few small slits in the top crust to vent steam.
Brush the top crust with milk or heavy cream for a golden finish, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the filling to set.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4257 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 195.9 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.3 g | 612% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 2445 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 610.5 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 339.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1349 mg | 29% | |
*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.
