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The Best Easy Homemade Apple Pie with Flaky Double Crust

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Make this classic homemade apple pie from scratch. It features a buttery, flaky double crust and a sweet, cinnamon-spiced filling using tart apples for the perfect comforting dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup ice water (plus more if needed)
  • 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on apple tartness)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. Divide the dough in half, form into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a separate large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, 1/4 cup flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disc into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim the edges, leaving a 1-inch overhang.
  4. Fill the Pie: Pour the apple filling into the bottom crust, mounding the apples slightly in the center. Dot the top of the apples with a few small pieces of leftover butter if desired.
  5. Top the Pie: Roll out the second dough disc. Place it over the filling. Trim the top crust, leaving a 1-inch overhang. Crimp the top and bottom crust edges together to seal. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  6. Bake: Brush the top crust with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Place the pie on a baking sheet. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 40 to 50 minutes more, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the edges brown too quickly, cover them loosely with foil.
  7. Cool: Let the homemade apple pie cool on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set properly.

Notes

  • For the flakiest crust, keep your butter and water as cold as possible when making the dough.
  • If you are interested in meal planning to incorporate more homemade desserts, look into options beyond meal delivery companies.
  • Using a mix of tart apples like Granny Smith and sweeter apples like Honeycrisp gives you the best flavor balance.

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