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Close-up of a slice of homemade apple pie showing flaky crust and tender, cinnamon-coated apple filling.

Apple Pie Recipe

Ella
This classic apple pie features a flaky crust, perfectly spiced apple filling, and a golden top. No soggy bottom, no gaps, just a reliable, bakery-worthy result.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 417 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust

  • 2 pieces nine-inch pie crusts homemade all-butter or quality store-bought

For the Apple Filling

  • 7 large Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch slices
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar loosely packed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice plus zest of half a lemon

For the Topping

  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons sanding sugar optional, for topping

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the pie dough. Chill for at least one hour or follow store-bought directions.
  • Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Place a baking sheet inside while heating.
  • Step 3: Make the filling: mix apples, sugars, flour, spices, lemon juice, and zest until evenly coated.
  • Step 4: Roll out the bottom crust and fit it into a deep-dish pie plate.
  • Step 5: Add the apple filling evenly, leaving out excess juice.
  • Step 6: Roll out the top crust and place over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges.
  • Step 7: Cut 4 slits in the top crust to vent steam. Optional: make a lattice top.
  • Step 8: Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sanding sugar, if desired.
  • Step 9: Bake on the preheated sheet for 25 minutes. Shield crust edges if needed.
  • Step 10: Lower heat to 375°F and bake for 30–35 more minutes until golden and bubbling.
  • Step 11: Cool at room temperature for at least 3 hours before serving.

Notes

Mix apple varieties like Granny Smith with Honeycrisp for depth. Drain excess juice after sugaring apples if very juicy. Add milk to the egg wash for shine. Chill the pie before baking if your kitchen is warm. Always let it rest 3 hours before slicing for best results.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 417 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 77 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 23 mg
  • Sodium: 189 mg
  • Potassium: 299 mg
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 46 g
  • Vitamin A: 143 IU
  • Vitamin C: 16 mg
  • Calcium: 41 mg
  • Iron: 2 mg
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