Individually Baked Apple Pie Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Make the Pastry

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the chilled butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

2. 2

   Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Do not overmix.

3. 3

   Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

4. 4

   Prepare the Filling

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Granny Smith apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss well to coat the apples evenly.

5. 5

   Assemble the Pies

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one disk of dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your individual pie dishes.

6. 6

   Place the rolled dough into the pie dishes, filling them with the apple mixture and topping with chopped toasted almonds.

7. 7

   Roll out the second disk of dough and cut it into strips to create a lattice top, or simply cover the pies with a solid layer of dough. Trim and crimp the edges.

8. 8

   Bake the Pies

   Cut small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Place the pies on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.

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   Serve

   Let the pies cool slightly before serving. Serve each pie warm with a scoop of Tahitian vanilla ice cream on top.