Look No Further Apple Pie
Discover dessert perfection with the "Look No Further Apple Pie," the quintessential homemade apple pie recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds. This classic pie pairs a tender, buttery, and flaky homemade crust with a luscious, spiced apple filling made from fresh Granny Smith apples. Enhanced with warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, a hint of brown sugar sweetness, and a dash of lemon for brightness, every bite is a comforting taste of fall. Topped with a beautifully golden lattice crust brushed with egg wash and a sprinkle of coarse sugar, this pie is as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a show-stopping dessert, the "Look No Further Apple Pie" is your go-to recipe for a timeless treat that never fails to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 cups Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for topping, optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add 1 tablespoon of ice water at a time to the flour mixture, using a fork to combine, until the dough comes together. You may need about 6 tablespoons.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, 2 tablespoons of flour, and lemon juice. Toss well to coat and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk into a 12-inch circle. Gently transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, letting the edges hang over the rim.
Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Roll out the second dough disk into a 12-inch circle and place it over the apples. Trim the edges, leaving about 1/2 inch overhang, then fold the edges under and crimp them to seal.
Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to make an egg wash. Brush it over the top crust, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 204.9 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.3 g | 622% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 738 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 1379 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 653.0 g | 237% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.1 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 350.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.2 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2189 mg | 47% | |
*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.
