Apple Recipe
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Ingredients
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Filling
Crust
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Apples
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Sweeteners and Spices
To the bowl of sliced apples, add granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are well coated.
- 3
Let it Marinate
Allow the apple mixture to sit for about 15 minutes, allowing the sugars and spices to meld.
- 4
Add Butter
Melt the butter and mix it into the apple filling before pouring it into the crust.
Crust Preparation
- 5
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar.
- 6
Cut in Butter
Add the unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 7
Add Ice Water
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. You may not need all the water.
- 8
Chill the Dough
Divide the dough in half, form into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assembly and Baking
- 9
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 10
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to fit your pie dish. Place it in the dish and fill with the apple mixture.
- 11
Top with Second Crust
Roll out the second disk of dough and place it over the filled pie. Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape.
- 12
Bake the Pie
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- 13
Cool and Serve
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
