Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the pie crust by mixing 2 1/2 cups flour and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
- Cut cold butter into small cubes and mix into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water gradually until the dough comes together; do not overwork.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Peel and slice apples into thin quarter-inch slices; combine in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla over apples and toss to coat.
- Let the apple mixture sit for about 10 minutes.
- Roll out one crust disk and place it in a pie pan, leaving some overhang.
- Pour the apple filling into the crust, mounding it high.
- Dot the apple filling with small pieces of butter.
- Roll out the second crust and place it over the filling; trim and crimp the edges.
- Cut slits into the top crust for steam to escape.
- Brush the top crust with an egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
- Place a baking sheet on the rack below the pie to catch any drips.
- Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40 to 50 minutes.
- Check for doneness; the crust should be golden brown and the filling bubbling.
- Allow cooling for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
Notes
Choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith and mix varieties for more depth of flavor. Allow the pie to cool for a few hours post-baking to ensure the filling sets properly and avoid a runny pie. Serve with vanilla ice cream or homemade whipped cream for a delightful dessert experience. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon on top before serving for an extra touch. Store leftovers at room temperature for a day or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Frozen pie can last up to 4 months, reheating carefully in the oven for best results.
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