Apple Pie Recipe
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Apple Pie Recipe
Description
The Apple Pie Recipe uses two 9-inch pie crusts to encase a mix of apple slices coated with lemon juice, brown and granulated sugar, apple pie spice or cinnamon, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and cornstarch. The crust edges are crimped to seal the filling inside, with slits cut in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
This pie bakes at 350ºF for 45-50 minutes until the crust is browned and the filling is cooked through. Cooling the pie for at least an hour allows the filling to thicken properly, preventing a runny slice. The texture is tender and juicy with a spiced, sweet apple flavor.
Served at room temperature or slightly warm, this apple pie is a traditional dessert suitable for family meals or special occasions. It pairs well with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes suggest using a mix of baking, eating, and tart apples or all Granny Smith for best results. The pie and crusts can be made ahead and frozen separately. The filling also freezes well. Proper wrapping and storing methods for refrigeration and freezing are included to maintain freshness up to three months in the freezer or about a week refrigerated.
Ingredients
- 2 (9-inch) pie crust recipe
- 5 medium apple peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch slices (see notes for recommended apples
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 /2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 /4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple pie spice or ground cinnamon
- pinch kosher salt
- 1 1/2 /2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons milk or use an egg wash (1 egg + 2 tablespoons water lightly beaten)
- 1 tablespoons sugar optional, coarse
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat oven to 350º F.
- Make the pie crust. Prepare 2 (9-inch) pie crust recipe. Place the bottom crust into the pie plate and freeze as directed. Roll the second pie crust and set aside while preparing apple pie filling.
- Prepare the apple pie filling. Toss the apple slices with the lemon juice to coat them to prevent them from darkening. Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, apple pie spice, salt, vanilla extract, and cornstarch.
- Assemble the pie. Remove the pie plate from the freezer and pour the apple mixture into the bottom crust. Top with the second pie crust and turn the bottom crust on top of the edges of the top crust. Crimp or press closed. Cut slits into the top of the pie crust, and place on top of a rimmed baking sheet to catch any drippings. Brush the top of the pie crust dough with milk and sprinkle with the coarse sugar, if using.
- Bake the pie. Bake for 45 - 50 minutes, until the top crust has browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 1 to 3 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Use a combination of apples for optimal texture and flavor; Granny Smith alone works well too.
- Cool the baked pie for 1 to 3 hours before slicing to allow the filling to set properly.
- Store wrapped at room temperature up to 2 days or refrigerated up to 7 days.
- Both assembled and baked pies can be frozen up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving or baking.
- Pie crust discs can be prepared ahead, wrapped tightly, and refrigerated for 5 days or frozen for 3 months.
- Freeze apple pie filling separately in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before use.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 153mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 70IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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