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Apple Pie Made Easy

Discover the joy of homemade apple pie made easy with this step-by-step recipe. Enjoy the perfect blend of fresh apples and a flaky crust in no time!

Prep Time 35 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Course: Dessert
Servings: 9-inch pie
Calories: 296 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch pie plate
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • pie shield or aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 6-7 cups of peeled and sliced apples
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
  • 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of water (for the egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and place the rack in the center of the oven.
  2. Pull out the pie crust you plan to use and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Peel, core, and slice your apples thinly and place them into a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon, and salt and toss until combined.
  5. On a liberally floured surface roll out the pie crust into a 12-inch circle that is 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Place the pie crust on the bottom of the dish and press it gently down to fit the dish. Cut any additional crust off that may hang over the dish.
  7. Spoon the apple filling into the pie and spread it around evenly.
  8. Place the cubed butter on top of the filling.
  9. On a liberally floured surface roll out the second pie crust into a 12-inch circle that is 1/8 inch thick.
  10. Place the pie crust over the top of the filling and trim off any excess pie crust.
  11. Then, crimp the bottom and top pie crust edges together either by using a fork or your fingers until they are both sealed together all the way around.
  12. Whisk together the egg and water and brush the pie with the egg wash. Use a sharp knife to cut at least 4 vents in the crust.
  13. To avoid the edges of the pie from browning too much place your pie shield around the pie. Alternatively, you can cut a 38-inch strip of aluminum foil and wrap it around the edges of the pie.
  14. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drippings and bake the pie for 25 minutes with the pie shield then reduce the temperature to 375 degrees and bake for 30-35 minutes more without the pie shield. Periodically check the edges for burning.
  15. You know the pie is done once you see that it is a golden brown and bubbling.
  16. Allow the pie to fully cool before slicing and serving, this can take anywhere from 2-4 hours.
  17. Apple pie stores well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, covered.

Notes

If using store-bought crust, it is best to follow the baking instructions on the package. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 slice | Calories: 296 kcal | Carbohydrates: 43 g | Fat: 14 g | Sodium: 251 mg |

Nutritional information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation only.

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