Description
Delight in the flavors of fall with this Delightful Apple Pie featuring a warm cinnamon crust. This classic dessert blends sweet and tart apples, creating a nostalgic treat perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With its flaky crust and aromatic filling, every slice is an invitation to indulge in comfort and joy. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 cups fresh apples (peeled, cored, sliced; a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Apple Filling: Toss sliced apples with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl until well coated.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll half the chilled dough into a circle and place it in a greased pie dish.
- Assemble Pie: Fill the crust with the apple mixture. Roll out the second half of dough for the top crust; cut slits or create lattice work for ventilation.
- Bake: Brush the top crust with egg wash and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg