Description
This apple pie boasts an irresistible flavor from fresh, thinly sliced apples and warm spices. Its buttery crust is easy to make, making it perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Enjoy a slice of homemade goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups Flour
- 1/2 tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Butter, Cold & Diced
- 7 tbsp Cold Water
- 1 Egg + 1 tbsp Water for Egg Wash
- 7 cups Apples (Peeled, Cored & Thinly Sliced)
- 1 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 3 tbsp Flour
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 cup Sugar
Instructions
- To prepare the crust, place flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor and pulse to blend.
- Incorporate cold, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add cold water, pulsing until moist clumps form. Transfer the dough onto parchment paper, divide into two balls, and flatten into discs. Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Once the dough is rested, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel, core, and thinly slice enough apples to yield 7 cups. Place them in a large bowl, sprinkle with cinnamon and toss.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and simmer for 1 minute. Then, add water and sugar, bringing the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for an additional 3 minutes, whisking frequently.
- Pour the sauce over the apples and stir until well coated.
- Lightly flour the countertop and roll out the bottom pie crust into a 12" circle. Transfer it to a 9" pie plate.
- Gently add the apple mixture on top, ensuring no filling reaches the edges.
- Roll the second crust to an 11" round and cut it into 10 strips. Create a lattice pattern over the top of the pie. Trim excess edges and seal with fingers or fork.
- In a small bowl, mix egg and water for an egg wash; brush over the crust.
- Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 15 minutes, covering the edges of the crust. Then reduce the heat to 350°F (175°C), remove the cover, and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes, checking every 10-15 minutes to prevent over-browning.
Notes
For a sweeter pie, consider adding extra sugar to the apple filling based on personal preference.
Try different apple varieties for unique flavors—sweet and tart apples work well together.
Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg