Apple Pie
Apple Pie is a classic dessert that fills your home with the comforting aroma of baked apples and spices. This easy-to-make recipe brings together a flaky crust and a sweet, spiced filling, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed apples (4 cups Granny Smith & 2 cups Honeycrisp)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples. Toss them with lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Add sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the apples; mix until evenly coated.
- Roll out the pie crust and place it in a pie dish. Pour in the apple mixture, dot with butter, then cover with the top crust.
- Seal the edges and cut slits in the top for steam vents.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (108g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For extra sweetness, substitute all or some Granny Smith apples with Honeycrisp. - To prevent a soggy crust, pre-bake the bottom crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling.