Classic Apple Pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade apple pie with this easy, delightful recipe. Featuring tender Granny Smith apples enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust and seasoned with warm spices, this dessert is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Each slice evokes cherished memories of holiday traditions, making it a must-try classic that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter, cubed
- 6 tbsp ice water
- 1 store-bought or homemade pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
- For the pie crust, mix flour and cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out half of the dough into a circle to fit your pie dish. Place it in the dish and fill with apple mixture.
- Dot filling with small pieces of butter. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. Seal edges and cut slits for steam vents.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg