Classic Apple Pie
Traditional homemade apple pie with a flaky, buttery crust and perfectly spiced apple filling. This all-American dessert is comfort food at its finest.
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
- 6-7 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- 1
Make pie crust
Mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water gradually until dough comes together.
- 2
Chill dough
Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 3
Prepare filling
In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
- 4
Roll out crust
Roll out one disc of dough and place in 9-inch pie pan. Add apple filling and dot with butter.
- 5
Add top crust
Roll out second disc and place over filling. Trim, seal, and crimp edges. Cut vents in top crust.
- 6
Apply egg wash
Brush top with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
- 7
Bake
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- 8
Cool and serve
Cool on wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving to allow filling to set.
Chef's Tips
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about making this classic apple pie
How long does it take to make Classic Apple Pie?
The listed total time is 95 minutes. Prep time is 40 minutes and cooking time is 55 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Classic Apple Pie recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Classic Apple Pie recipe?
The listed difficulty level is medium.