Brown Sugar Apple Pie
Indulge in the timeless comfort of a homemade Brown Sugar Apple Pie, a dessert that captures the essence of fall in every bite. Featuring a buttery, flaky crust made from scratch and a luscious filling of tender Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, this pie is perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg and sweetened with rich brown sugar. A touch of lemon juice adds brightness, while a golden egg-washed crust sprinkled with coarse sugar gives it an irresistible, bakery-style finish. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this classic apple pie strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or holiday table. With an approachable preparation time of just 30 minutes and a baking time of 60 minutes, it's the perfect recipe to turn simple ingredients into a celebration-worthy treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 cups Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 2 teaspoons Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water to the mixture, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together when pinched.
Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the dough to the pie dish and trim the edges, leaving a slight overhang.
Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Roll out the second dough disk and place it over the filling. Trim, fold, and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
Cut a few small slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape, or design a lattice top if preferred.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Let the pie 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.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 201.5 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.7 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 2535 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 695.0 g | 253% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.9 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 388.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2256 mg | 48% | |
*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.
