Description
Classic apple pie with a buttery crust is the ultimate comfort dessert that combines tender, spiced apples with a flaky, golden shell. This recipe evokes warm memories of family gatherings and cozy evenings. The sweet aroma of cinnamon and fresh-baked pastry fills your home, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Enjoy each slice warm, perhaps topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 cups fresh apples (peeled, cored, and sliced; use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Ice water (as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for one hour.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Filling: Toss sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and salt in a mixing bowl. Let sit for ten minutes.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll one disc into a circle and place it in a pie dish. Trim excess dough.
- Assemble Pie: Fill crust with apple mixture, roll out the second disc, place it on top, cut slits for steam to escape, and crimp edges.
- Bake: Bake pie for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg