Homemade Apple Pie

Homemade Apple Pie

A timeless dessert featuring tender apples tossed in cinnamon and sugar, baked in a buttery, golden crust — nothing says comfort like a slice of apple pie!

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 6 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Pie Crust:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 6–8 tablespoons ice water

Optional:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• 1 tablespoon sugar, for sprinkling on top

Instructions:

Make the Crust:

1. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.

2. Add cold butter and cut in with a pastry cutter or fork until mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

3. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, just until dough comes together.

4. Divide into 2 discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.

Prepare the Filling:

1. In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla. Let sit for 15–20 minutes.

Assemble the Pie:

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).

2. Roll out one dough disc and fit into a 9-inch pie plate.

3. Add apple filling and spread evenly.

4. Roll out second disc and place on top — cut slits or create a lattice pattern.

5. Seal and crimp edges. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.

Bake:

1. Bake for 15 minutes at 220°C (425°F).

2. Reduce heat to 180°C (350°F) and bake for another 35–40 minutes, until crust is golden and filling is bubbly.

Cool:

Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the filling to set.

Tips:

• Mix tart and sweet apples for depth of flavor.

• For a glossy crust, brush with milk or cream if not using egg.

• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.