Apple Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Apple Filling
Topping (optional)
Method
Pie Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Water
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
- 3
Chill Dough
Divide the dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Apple Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Apples
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin slices. Place them in a large bowl.
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
Add the sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla extract to the apples. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
- 6
Let it Sit
Allow the apple mixture to sit for about 15 minutes to release some juices.
Assembling the Pie
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 8
- 9
Add Apple Filling
Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Top with Second Crust
Roll out the second disk of dough and place it over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges to seal. Cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
- 11
- 12
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Cooling and Serving
- 13
Cool Down
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- 14
Serve
Slice and serve the pie warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
