Here’s a simple guide to making a classic pie — with a basic crust and filling you can customize for sweet or savory versions. 🥧
🥧 Basic Pie Crust (Homemade)
Ingredients (for 1 double-crust pie)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweet pies)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold butter, cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients – Combine flour, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in Butter – Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix butter until crumbly.
- Add Water – Add ice water gradually until dough holds together.
- Chill – Divide into 2 discs, wrap, and refrigerate 30–60 minutes.
- Roll Out – Roll to fit pie dish and add filling.
🍎 Simple Apple Pie Filling
Ingredients
- 5–6 apples, peeled and sliced
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix apples with sugar, cinnamon, flour, and lemon juice.
- Place into crust-lined pie dish.
- Add top crust, seal edges, and cut small vents.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–55 minutes until golden and bubbly.
🥧 Other Popular Pie Ideas
- Pumpkin pie
- Pecan pie
- Cherry pie
- Shepherd’s pie (savory meat & potato)
- Chicken pot pie
If you tell me whether you want sweet or savory, I can give you a specific pie recipe step-by-step.
