Unbelievable Apple Pie
Prepare to fall in love with the ultimate comfort dessert—our Unbelievable Apple Pie! This classic homemade apple pie features a buttery, flaky crust made entirely from scratch, cradling a luscious filling bursting with sweet-tart apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg. Made with fresh Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, the filling is perfectly balanced with brown sugar, a touch of lemon juice, and a tender thickening of flour, ensuring that every bite melts in your mouth. The golden, egg-brushed top crust gets an optional sparkle from coarse sugar, adding an irresistible crunch. Whether you're baking it for a holiday gathering, a cozy family dinner, or simply to indulge your sweet tooth, this pie promises to be the star of any occasion. With detailed directions and bake-perfect tips, achieving the perfect golden crust and set filling is made easy—even for beginners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 6 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and sliced, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 large Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for sprinkling, optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt for the crust.
Add the cold, diced butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork until the dough holds together.
Divide the dough into two equal discs, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat the apples.
On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc into a 12-inch circle. Fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, letting the excess hang over the edges.
Pour the apple filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
Roll out the second dough disc into another 12-inch circle. Place it over the apples, trimming any excess, and crimp the edges to seal.
Cut 4-6 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 desired.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any spills and bake for 60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
If the edges of the crust brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil halfway through baking.
Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
Slice and enjoy your Unbelievable Apple Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 199.0 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.9 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 524 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 1815 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 615.5 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 318.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.8 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1757 mg | 37% | |
*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.
