Apple pie is a classic American dessert made with a flaky pie crust and a filling of sliced apples mixed with sugar, spices, and sometimes a thickener like flour or cornstarch. It is often served warm, sometimes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Easy homemade apple pie recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 2 store-bought pie crusts (or make your own if you prefer)
- 6-7 medium-sized apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin, even slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the sliced apples. Add the lemon juice and toss everything together until the apples are coated evenly.
- Line a 9-inch pie dish with one of the pie crusts, pressing it gently against the bottom and sides of the dish.
- Pour the apple filling into the pie dish, spreading it out evenly. Dot the top of the filling with the small pieces of butter.
- Place the second pie crust on top of the apple filling. You can leave it whole or cut it into strips for a lattice pattern. Press the edges of the crusts together to seal them. Trim any excess crust hanging over the edge of the dish.
- Optional: If you're using a whole top crust, cut a few slits on the surface to allow steam to escape.
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg, then sprinkle the tablespoon of sugar over it.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Once the pie is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious homemade apple pie!
