Classic Apple Pie

🕒 Prep: 30 min
🔥 Cook: 1 hour
🍽 Serves: 8
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This Classic Apple Pie recipe brings you the comforting flavors of fall with its perfectly spiced filling and flaky crust. It’s a delightful treat that’s sure to impress at any gathering, embodying warmth and nostalgia in every bite.

Ingredients for Classic Apple Pie

The foundation of our pie is the flour, providing structure to the crust. Using unsalted butter, chilled and diced, ensures a flaky texture due to its water content, which releases steam when baking. Ice water helps bring the dough together without warming it up. A pinch of salt enhances the flavor of the crust.

For the filling, apples are the star, offering a sweet and tart balance. Granulated sugar sweetens the mix, while lemon juice adds a touch of acidity to brighten the flavors. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice provide warmth and depth, making the pie aromatic and inviting. A bit of flour thickens the filling, preventing a runny mess.

Tips & Tricks

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor balance.
  • Chill your rolling pin and work surface to keep the dough cold while rolling.
  • Brush the top crust with a bit of milk or egg wash for a glossy finish.
  • To prevent the edges from browning too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.

Serving Suggestions

This pie is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of freshly whipped cream. For an extra touch, drizzle caramel sauce over each slice just before serving. A sprinkle of cinnamon or a few toasted nuts can add a delightful crunch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a premade pie crust?
Absolutely! While homemade is delicious, a quality store-bought crust can save time.
What are the best apples to use?
Granny Smith and Honeycrisp are great choices. Mixing varieties can add depth to the flavor.
How do I store leftovers?
Cover the pie and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for longer storage.

Classic Apple Pie Recipe Walkthrough

Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Then, cut in the chilled butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, stirring until the dough forms a ball. Once done, wrap it in plastic wrap and let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can.

When you’re ready to bake, roll out half of the dough on a floured surface until it’s large enough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Gently press it into the plate and set it aside. In another bowl, mix the sliced apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and flour until the apples are well-coated. Spoon the apple mixture into the prepared crust.

Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the apple filling. Trim the edges and crimp them to seal the pie. Don’t forget to cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Place the pie in the oven and bake for 15 minutes before reducing the temperature to 350°F (175°C). Continue baking for another 35 to 45 minutes, checking for a golden-brown crust and soft apples.

Once baked, let the pie cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving. This cooling time lets the juices set up, ensuring clean slices.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Perfectly balanced spice blend that complements the natural sweetness of the apples.
  • Flaky, buttery crust that comes together effortlessly.
  • Simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
  • Ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy family dessert.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
1/2 cup ice water
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups thinly sliced apples
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
5. Roll out half of the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the pie plate and set aside.
6. In another bowl, combine the apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and flour. Toss to coat the apples thoroughly.
7. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
8. Roll out the remaining dough and place over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges to seal.
9. Cut several slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes, or until apples are soft and crust is golden brown.
11. Let cool before serving.

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