Classic Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Experience the comforting charm of a **Classic Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream**, a timeless dessert that brings homemade warmth to any occasion. This recipe features a flaky, buttery pie crust enveloping a luscious filling of tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp apples, perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a rich, aromatic flavor. The natural sweetness of brown sugar is balanced by a splash of bright lemon juice, while a golden crust brushed with egg wash adds an irresistible, bakery-style finish. Served warm and crowned with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this dessert is the perfect harmony of textures and temperatures. Whether for a special gathering or a cozy night in, this apple pie is a true classic that never goes out of style. Plus, with step-by-step instructions and common pantry ingredients, it’s an approachable favorite for bakers of all skill levels.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup ice water
- 6 units apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 unit egg
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
Instructions
Start by making the pie crust. In a large bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Cut 1 cup of unsalted butter into small cubes. Add the butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add 0.5 cup of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to hold together. Do not overmix.
Divide the dough into two equal parts, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel, core, and slice 6 apples. Place them in a large bowl and toss with 0.5 cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 0.25 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Fit the dough into the plate and trim the edges.
Pour the apple filling into the crust and spread evenly.
Roll out the second disc of dough and use it to cover the filling. Seal the edges and cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape.
Beat 1 egg and brush over the top crust for shine.
Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm slices of apple pie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.9 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.8 g | 379% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2713 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 581.7 g | 212% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.5 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 290.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.0 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2244 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.
