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Learn how to make the BEST homemade Apple Pie! Buttery crust, sweet-tart apples, and warm spices make this timeless dessert a favorite.

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Apple Pie Recipe

There is nothing more comforting than a homemade apple pie recipe. With a flaky crust and a spiced apple filling, it is the dessert everyone loves. If you have been searching for an easy apple pie recipe, this version will quickly become your favorite. It is a good recipe for apple pie that works for the holidays, family gatherings, or just because you are craving a classic dessert.

Baking this pie fills the kitchen with the smell of warm spices and buttery crust that makes everyone excited for dessert. Each slice is a little taste of nostalgia, reminding you of family gatherings and traditions around the table.

This easy apple pie recipe is made with simple ingredients and turns out perfect every time. Whether you are new to baking or a seasoned cook, you will appreciate how this good recipe for apple pie comes together with minimal fuss.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Classic flavor with a buttery crust and spiced apple filling.
  • Works for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to Thanksgiving.
  • This apple pie recipe is simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough for special events.
  • A truly good recipe for apple pie that is reliable and delicious every single time.
Overhead view of apple pie ingredients including apples, flour, sugars, lemon, butter, egg, and spices.

🛒 Ingredients & Substitutions

  • pie dough – use homemade or store-bought
  • apples – honeycrisp, granny smith, golden delicious, rome, or braeburn
  • lemon juice – bottled lemon juice works in a pinch
  • granulated sugar – can adjust based on apple sweetness
  • brown sugar – adds depth, but you can use all white sugar if preferred
  • all-purpose flour – thickens the filling, substitute with cornstarch if needed
  • cinnamon – warm spice, substitute with apple pie spice blend
  • cardamom – optional, omit if you don’t have it
  • ground ginger – adds light spice, can be left out
  • ground nutmeg – substitute with mace or omit
  • kosher salt – balances flavors, optional
  • butter – cubed, substitute with margarine if necessary
  • large egg – for egg wash, substitute with milk for a lighter shine
  • demerara or turbinado sugar – for crust topping, can be omitted

✨ Variations

  • Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • Mix in dried cranberries or raisins with the apple filling for extra flavor.
  • Try different apples for a unique twist on this easy apple pie recipe.
  • Use a crumb topping instead of a lattice crust for a different texture.

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Fresh apple being peeled with a green peeler on a wooden cutting board.
Apple sliced into wedges with a red apple corer on a wooden cutting board.
Apple wedges being cut into thinner slices with a knife on a cutting board.
Bowl of freshly sliced apples with halved lemon and whole apples nearby.
Mixing bowl with sliced apples topped with flour, sugar, and spices before stirring.
Sliced apples coated in sugar and spices after mixing in a glass bowl.
Unbaked pie crust filled with seasoned apple slices on a wooden board.
Apple pie filling in crust topped with small cubes of butter before baking.
Rolled out pie dough on a wooden board next to filled apple pie crust.
Measuring and cutting strips of pie dough with a ruler and pastry wheel.
Strips of pie dough cut and laid out on a wooden board for lattice top.
Partially assembled pie with vertical lattice strips placed over filling.
Apple pie with lattice strips being woven, egg wash and sugar nearby.
Top-down view of pie with woven lattice crust ready for baking.
Unbaked lattice top apple pie before trimming edges, with egg wash and sugar nearby.
Scissors trimming excess lattice dough from edges of apple pie.
Hands folding trimmed lattice edges under to create clean pie crust border.
Pastry brush applying egg wash over lattice crust on unbaked apple pie.
Unbaked lattice crust apple pie sprinkled with coarse sugar, ready for the oven.
Golden baked apple pie with lattice crust on table with apples and cinnamon sticks.

🔥 Tips

  • Chill your dough before rolling for a flakier crust.
  • Always let the pie cool so the filling sets.
  • If your crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
  • For a shortcut, use refrigerated pie dough to make this an easy apple pie recipe.

❓ FAQs

Can I make this apple pie recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can bake it a day in advance. Store covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Can I freeze apple pie?

Yes, baked apple pie can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Do I have to use a lattice top?

No, you can use a solid top crust instead. Just make sure to cut a few slits in the dough to let steam escape while baking. You can also swap in a crumb topping by mixing 1 cup flour, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup cold butter (cubed), and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the mixture into coarse crumbs, then sprinkle evenly over the apple filling before baking.

Can I make apple pie without peeling the apples?

Yes, but the texture will be different. Peeled apples give a softer filling, while unpeeled apples stay firmer.

How do I prevent a soggy bottom crust?

Brush the bottom crust with egg white before filling, or bake the pie on the lowest rack so the heat sets the crust quickly.

How do I keep the crust edges from burning?

Cover the edges with foil or a pie shield halfway through baking to prevent over-browning.

What should I serve with apple pie?

Classic choices are vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, or whipped cream.

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Servings: 8 servings

Apple Pie

By Jamie Sherman
This classic Apple Pie has a buttery crust and spiced apple filling. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or comforting family dinners.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total: 3 hours 20 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients 

  • pie dough, for double crust (homemade or store bought)
  • 6 apples, honey crisp or your choice
  • 1 lemon, cut in half
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter, cubed small
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon demerara sugar or turbinado sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Peel, core, and slice apples. Place in a large bowl.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over apples and toss to coat.
  • Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine.
  • Roll out bottom pie dough to 12 inches and press into pie pan. Trim excess.
  • Fill crust with apple mixture, leveling evenly (you may not need all apples depending on pan depth).
  • Sprinkle butter cubes over apples.
  • Roll out top pie dough to 12 inches. Cut into ½-inch strips (about 14 total). Create a lattice top by weaving strips over pie, pressing edges to seal.
  • Whisk egg and brush over lattice. Sprinkle with demerara sugar.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Cover with foil and bake another 30 minutes, or until pie reaches 195°F internally.
  • Cool on a baking rack at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Serve with ice cream or caramel sauce if desired.

Notes

🥡 STORAGE

  • Cover and store at room temperature up to 2 days.
  • Refrigerate up to 5 days.

♨️ REHEATING

  • Microwave slices for 30-45 seconds.
  • Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
  • Warm in an air fryer at 325°F for 4-6 minutes.
  • Heat in a skillet over low heat with a lid for 5 minutes.

❄️ FREEZING

  • Freeze baked pie, wrapped tightly, for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.

💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

  • Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for balanced flavor.
  • Let the pie cool fully so the filling sets.
  • Brush lattice with egg wash for golden shine.
  • Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly.

🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS

  • Air fryer: Bake at 325°F for 25-30 minutes, covering top with foil halfway.
  • Stovetop (skillet pie): Cook filling fully on the stove, then top with crust and cook covered until crust is golden.
  • Broiler finish: Use the broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crisp topping.

♻️ LEFTOVERS

  • Enjoy cold or warm.
  • Use leftovers as a topping for oatmeal, yogurt, or pancakes.
  • Turn into a quick apple pie milkshake by blending with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 169kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 24mg, Sodium: 314mg, Potassium: 193mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 29g, Vitamin A: 153IU, Vitamin C: 13mg, Calcium: 32mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Jamie

Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

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