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Classic Homemade Apple Pie Recipe

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A classic homemade apple pie featuring a flaky double crust filled with a spiced, sweetened apple mixture. Perfectly baked to golden brown with a juicy, cinnamon-tinged filling that’s ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (such as Granny Smith)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Crust

  • 1 (9-inch) double pie crust

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pie evenly and achieving a golden crust.
  2. Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until all the apple slices are evenly coated with the mixture, which helps thicken the filling and infuses it with warm spices.
  3. Fit the Bottom Crust: Roll out one half of the double pie crust and carefully fit it into a 9-inch pie plate, trimming any excess dough around the edges to fit the plate perfectly.
  4. Add the Filling and Butter: Pour the apple mixture into the prepared bottom crust, spreading it out evenly. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter to add richness and moisture during baking.
  5. Cover with Top Crust: Roll out the second half of the pie crust and carefully place it over the apple filling. Trim any excess dough, then crimp the edges together to seal the pie and prevent leaks. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape while baking.
  6. Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the filling is bubbly, signaling that the apples are cooked and the sugars have thickened.
  7. Cool Before Serving: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack to set the filling and make it easier to slice before serving.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor and firm texture that holds up well during baking.
  • Chilling the pie crust before rolling and baking can help create a flakier crust.
  • To prevent the crust edges from over-browning, cover them with foil halfway through baking if necessary.
  • Allowing the pie to cool fully is important to let the filling set and avoid a runny pie.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.

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