Holiday Apple Pie
Capture the essence of the holiday season with this irresistible Holiday Apple Pie, a dessert that combines flaky, buttery homemade crust with a warmly spiced apple filling. Perfectly balanced with tart Granny Smith apples, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this pie offers a cozy blend of sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. The golden, sugared lattice crust adds an elegant touch, making it an ideal centerpiece for festive gatherings. With easy-to-follow instructions and classic ingredients, this recipe is your go-to for a heartwarming, crowd-pleasing dessert. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this holiday apple pie is sure to be a timeless favorite for family and friends alike.
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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 (cold, cut into cubes)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 cups Apples (Granny Smith or other baking apples, peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 count Egg (beaten for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Add 1 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter into the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly add 6 tablespoons of ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork until the dough just comes together.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape them into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, toss together 6 cups of sliced apples, 0.75 cups of brown sugar, 0.25 cups of granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 0.25 teaspoons of ground nutmeg, 0.125 teaspoons of ground cloves, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice until fully combined.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough discs to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Gently transfer the dough to the pie pan and press it into the corners.
Pour the apple filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Roll out the second dough disc and lay it over the apple filling. Trim any excess dough, crimp the edges to seal, and cut small slits in the top crust for ventilation.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 140 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 307 mg | 7% | |
*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.
