Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade goodness with the Best Recipe for Apple Pie. This delightful dessert features a perfectly balanced filling of tart and sweet apples, seasoned with warm spices and encased in a flaky double crust. Whether you’re serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled for a refreshing treat, this classic recipe is sure to impress. With easy-to-follow instructions, even beginners can create this showstopper that’s perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Get ready to make memories with each delicious slice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 pounds mixed apples (Granny Smith, Gala, Golden Delicious)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest and juice
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
- homemade double pie crust (2 sheets of dough)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a high-sided skillet, combine lemon zest and juice with prepared apple slices.
- Stir in sugars, flour, salt, and spices; cook over medium heat until tender.
- Cool the mixture before filling your prepared pie crust.
- Cover with another crust, venting as desired, then chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Brush the top with milk or egg wash, sprinkle raw sugar, and bake for an initial 15 minutes.
- Cover edges with foil and reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C); bake an additional 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for four hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg