A La Mode Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Pie Crust
For the Filling
For the Topping
Method
For the Pie Crust
- 1
Make the Pie Crust
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cubed cold butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together. Do not overmix.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- 4
Roll Out the Dough
After chilling, roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges.
For the Filling
- 5
Prepare the Apple Filling
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and all-purpose flour until well coated.
- 6
Fill the Pie Crust
Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
For Assembly and Baking
- 7
Bake the Pie
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the pie for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
- 8
Cool the Pie
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- 9
Serve A La Mode
Slice the pie and serve each slice topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel sauce.
