Here’s a classic homemade Apple Pie—flaky crust, tender apples, and warm spices 🍎🥧
🍎 Classic Apple Pie
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
Apple Filling
- 6–7 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter, diced
Instructions
- Make the crust
Mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in butter until pea-sized.
Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, just until dough comes together.
Divide into two discs, wrap, and chill 1 hour. - Prepare the filling
Peel, core, and slice apples.
Toss with sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla. - Assemble the pie
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Roll out one dough disc and place in a 9-inch pie dish.
Add apple filling and dot with butter.
Roll out second disc, place on top, seal edges, and cut vents. - Bake
Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C) and bake 40–45 minutes more, until golden and bubbly. - Cool
Let pie cool at least 2 hours before slicing.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Brush crust with egg wash and sprinkle sugar for shine
- Use a lattice crust for a classic look
- Add a pinch of allspice or cardamom for depth
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
If you want, I can also share an easy no-fail crust, Dutch apple (crumb topping), or a deep-dish version 😄
