Sweet Apple Pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Sweet Apple Pie, a timeless dessert that celebrates the irresistible combination of juicy apples, warm spices, and buttery, flaky pastry. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive holidays, this recipe features a luscious filling made from a blend of six fresh apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of lemon juice for balance. Encased in a perfectly golden double crust, the pie is brushed with a beaten egg and optionally topped with coarse sugar for a sparkling finish. With a prep time of just 45 minutes and classic baking techniques, this quintessential apple pie delivers a satisfying taste of nostalgia while filling your home with its warm, aromatic goodness. Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser to round out any meal.
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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, cubed)
- 8 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 large Egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons 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 dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually drizzle in the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape into discs, 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. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
On a floured surface, roll out one disc of dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently 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 a 12-inch circle and carefully place it over the apple filling. Trim any excess dough around the edges and crimp or seal the edges as desired. Cut small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if using.
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 |
4159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.0 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.8 g | 619% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1330 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 569.4 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 296.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 1593 mg | 34% | |
*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.
