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Perfect Homemade Apple Pie Recipe

A delicious slice of homemade apple pie recipe with a flaky crust and apple filling, sitting on a wooden board.
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Learn how to make a delicious homemade apple pie with a flaky crust and sweet apple filling. This easy pie tutorial is perfect for beginners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 recipe for double pie crust
  • 6 cups thinly sliced peeled baking apples (about 6 medium apples)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your double pie crust according to your favorite recipe.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, 3/4 cup sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss gently to coat the apples evenly.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into the bottom pie crust. Dot the top of the apples with the small butter pieces.
  5. Place the top crust over the filling. If making a lattice top, arrange strips of dough over the filling and weave them together. Crimp the edges of the top and bottom crusts to seal.
  6. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  7. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
  9. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 30-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, you can loosely tent it with aluminum foil.
  10. Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2-3 hours before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set properly.

Notes

  • For an extra flaky crust, ensure your butter and water are very cold when making the dough.
  • Using a mix of apple varieties can add more depth of flavor to your pie.
  • If you prefer a streusel topping, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup cold butter until crumbly, then sprinkle over the apples before adding the top crust or lattice.
  • This pie is delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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