Apple Pie

Here’s a classic recipe for a delicious homemade apple pie that’s perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

For the Pie Crust:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced (2 sticks)
• 6-8 tablespoons ice water

For the Apple Filling:

• 6-8 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 3/4 cup sugar (adjust based on apple sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces (for dotting)

Instructions

Make the Pie Crust:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Make the Apple Filling:

2. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour. Toss to coat evenly and set aside to let the juices mix.

Assemble the Pie:

3. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
4. Roll Out the Dough:
   • On a floured surface, roll out one disc of dough into a circle to fit your pie pan. Place it in the pie pan, trimming any excess.
5. Add Filling:
   • Pour the apple filling into the crust and dot with small pieces of butter. Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the filling. You can either cut slits for a lattice top or just cover it completely. Seal and flute the edges.
6. Cut Vents:
   • If using a solid top, cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
7. Bake the Pie:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 30-40 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the crust is golden brown. You may cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
8. Cool and Serve:
   • Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips

• For extra flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of allspice to the filling.
• You can use a mix of different apple varieties for a more complex flavor.

Enjoy your homemade apple pie! It’s a timeless dessert that everyone loves!