Indulge in the warm, comforting delight of a homemade classic apple pie. This well-loved dessert features a flaky crust and a luscious apple filling that will remind you of childhood memories. Perfect for family gatherings, this timeless recipe is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
- 6 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or mixed varieties)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2:
In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until apples are well coated.
Step 3:
Roll out one of the pie crusts and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
Step 4:
Pour the apple filling into the crust and dot with butter.
Step 5:
Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
Step 6:
Trim and crimp the edges to seal. Brush the surface with the beaten egg.
Step 7:
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Step 8:
Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35-40 minutes, or until apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
Step 9:
Allow to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Pairings
- Vanilla Ice Cream: The creaminess of vanilla ice cream perfectly complements the warm flavors of apple pie.
- Dollop of Whipped Cream: A simple, yet luxurious addition that enhances the pie’s sweetness.
- Caramel Sauce: Drizzling caramel sauce over warm slices adds a rich, decadent flavor.
Storage Tips
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For longer storage, wrap the pie tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- For best freshness, freeze slices in an airtight container and consume within 3 months.
Classic Apple Pie
Equipment
- 9-inch Pie Pan
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 6 cups apples thinly sliced, Granny Smith or mixed varieties
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter cut into small pieces
Pie Crust
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts 2 crusts
- 1 egg egg wash beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until apples are well coated.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
- Pour the apple filling into the crust and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
- Trim and crimp the edges to seal. Brush the surface with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35-40 minutes, or until apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
- Allow to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.