Best Easy Apple Pie Recipe

Classic American apple pie with a flaky golden crust and cinnamon-spiced filling is the quintessential family dessert. Nothing says home quite like a warm slice of fresh-baked apple pie.

Cook 100 min Difficulty NORMAL 350 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • apples (peeled, cored, sliced) 6 cups
  • all-purpose flour 2.5 cups
  • unsalted butter (cold, diced) 1 cup
  • granulated sugar 0.75 cup
  • ice water 6 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • ground cinnamon 2 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • lemon juice 1 tbsp
  • nutmeg (optional) 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 56 g 64%
Protein 3 g 3%
Fat 15 g 33%
Serving size 160g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Combine 2 1/2 cups flour and 1/2 tsp salt in a large bowl. Cut in 1 cup cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. 2

    Gradually stir in 6 tbsp ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough just comes together. Divide dough in half, shape into two discs, wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.

  3. 3

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp nutmeg until evenly coated.

  4. 4

    On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc into a 12-inch circle. Fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Add the apple filling, mounding slightly in the center.

  5. 5

    Roll out the second dough disc and lay it over the apples. Trim overhang, pinch edges to seal, and cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape.

  6. 6

    Optionally, brush crust with milk and sprinkle with sugar for extra shine. Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, then reduce oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 35–40 minutes until crust is golden and juices bubble.

  7. 7

    Let pie cool for at least 2 hours to set the filling before slicing and serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this apple pie recipe?
Apples are the star of this classic dessert. Their natural sweetness and slight tartness balance perfectly with cinnamon and sugar, giving apple pie its beloved flavor and comforting texture.
Q. What technique ensures a flaky pie crust?
For a flaky crust, keep the butter very cold and avoid overmixing the dough. Using a pastry cutter helps incorporate cold butter into the flour, creating layers that turn crisp and flaky during baking.
Q. How can I prevent a soggy bottom crust?
To avoid a soggy crust, bake the pie at a high temperature first (425°F) so the bottom sets quickly, then lower the heat. Also, letting the pie cool completely allows the filling to thicken and prevents excess moisture from soaking the crust.
Q. How many calories and how much sugar does each serving provide?
Each serving contains about 350 kcal, with a carbohydrate content of 56g per serving. Carbohydrates represent 64% of the total calories. This includes sugar from both the apples and the granulated sugar in the recipe.
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