Description
A classic apple pie with a buttery, flaky crust filled with sweet and tangy apples. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
- 6–7 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, diced
Instructions
- Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, stirring until dough forms.
- Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one dough disc and fit into a pie dish.
- In a bowl, toss apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour apple filling into the crust and dot with diced butter.
- Roll out the second dough disc and place over filling. Seal edges and cut slits for steam.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for balanced flavor.
- Chill dough for easier handling.
- Brush crust with egg wash for extra shine.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: apple pie, classic dessert, homemade pie, buttery crust