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Apple Pie

This classic Apple Pie has a buttery crust and spiced apple filling. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or comforting family dinners.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Additional Time2 hours
Total Time3 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Jamie Sherman

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
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