My Favorite Apple Pie
Discover the ultimate comfort dessert with "My Favorite Apple Pie," a timeless recipe featuring a buttery, flaky homemade crust and a luscious filling of tart Granny Smith apples coated in warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Sweetened with brown sugar and brightened by a touch of lemon juice, this pie strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Topped with a golden crust brushed with egg wash and sprinkled with coarse sugar, it delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy treat, this classic apple pie is easy to make with simple techniques and pantry staples. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 Apples (Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground allspice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
Prepare the pie crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the apple filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated.
Roll out one disc of chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it into the bottom and sides.
Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Roll out the second disc of dough into another 12-inch circle. Place it over the apples and trim any excess overhang. Seal the edges by crimping with a fork or your fingers. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar for a golden, crunchy finish.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving to let the filling set. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 200.6 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.6 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1317 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 470.8 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1213 mg | 26% | |
*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.
