If you're looking for a classic dessert that's perfect for any occasion, you can't go wrong with a homemade apple pie. This recipe is easy to follow and yields a deliciously sweet and tart pie that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients:
- 1 double crust pie dough recipe
- 6 cups thinly sliced and peeled apples
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Roll out half of the pie dough and line a 9-inch pie dish with it. In a large bowl, mix together the sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish and dot with butter.
Pro tip: To prevent your pie crust from getting soggy, you can blind bake it before adding the apple filling. Simply line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans before baking for 15-20 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment paper and continue with the recipe as written.
Roll out the remaining pie dough and use a sharp knife or pastry cutter to create a lattice design. Carefully place the top crust over the apples and crimp the edges together with the bottom crust to seal. Brush the top crust with a beaten egg wash for a shiny finish.
Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. This apple pie is delicious on its own, or you can top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.