Apple Pie
Indulge in the comforting warmth of homemade apple pie, where tender spiced apples meet a flaky, golden crust. This delightful dessert is not just a recipe; it’s an experience that evokes cherished memories of family gatherings and autumn afternoons. Perfect for both novice and seasoned bakers, this apple pie promises to be the star of any occasion, served warm with ice cream or cold for breakfast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade if preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a large bowl, mix sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice until well-coated.
- Roll out your pie crust on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Fill the prepared crust with the apple mixture and dot with butter.
- Cover with another crust, cutting slits for ventilation or creating a lattice design.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg