Apple Pie Recipe
Classic apple pie served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Serving
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Pie Crust
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together without being sticky. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Apples
Peel, core, and slice the Granny Smith apples into thin wedges. Place them in a large bowl.
- 4
Mix the Filling
In the bowl with the apples, add granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 6
- 7
Fill the Pie
Pour the prepared apple filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
- 8
Top with Second Crust
Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the filling. Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape, and crimp the edges to seal.
- 9
Brush and Sprinkle
In a small bowl, beat the egg with milk. Brush this mixture over the top crust and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- 10
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
Serving
- 11
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve each slice warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.