Apple Pie is a classic dessert with a flaky crust and a warm, spiced apple filling. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or anytime you want a comforting homemade treat 🍎🥧
Here’s a classic homemade apple pie recipe:
Classic Apple Pie Recipe
Ingredients
For the pie crust (or use store-bought):
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
For the apple filling:
- 6–7 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For topping:
- 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the crust
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
- Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. Prepare the filling
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt.
- Set aside while you roll out the dough.
3. Assemble the pie
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out one dough disc and place it into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Add the apple filling and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second dough disc and place it on top (lattice or solid). Crimp edges and cut small vents if using a solid top.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
4. Bake
- Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes.
- Reduce heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 35–45 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
5. Cool & serve
- Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing so the filling sets.
Tips & Variations
- Best apples: Granny Smith for tartness, Honeycrisp or Fuji for sweetness.
- Extra flavor: Add a pinch of allspice or cardamom.
- Dutch apple pie: Swap the top crust for a crumb topping.
- Make ahead: Apple pie can be made a day in advance and reheated.
Serving Ideas
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
- Add a dollop of whipped cream
- Drizzle with caramel sauce for extra indulgence
If you’d like, I can also share a quick apple pie, no-peel version, Dutch apple pie, or apple pie using canned apples 🍏🥧
