How to Cook Aunt Carols Apple Pie (Step-by-Step)

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Experience the delightful taste of a homemade classic with Aunt Carol’s Apple Pie, a recipe that has been cherished for generations. This scrumptious dessert is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply to indulge your sweet tooth. Below, you will find a beautifully presented image along with the ingredients and instructions to create this comforting pie.

Aunt Carol’s Apple Pie

This pie boasts a flaky crust and a perfectly spiced apple filling that will transport you back to cherished memories in the kitchen. It’s an ideal treat for both novice and experienced bakers.

Aunt Carol's Apple Pie

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
  • 6 to 8 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter (to dot)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 ½ cups of flour, ½ cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
  2. Add in the chilled, diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
  4. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Roll out half of the dough on a floured surface and place it into a pie dish. Trim the edges.
  7. In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with ¾ cup sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, 2 tablespoons flour, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until evenly coated.
  8. Fill the pie shell with the apple mixture. Dot with 1 tablespoon of butter.
  9. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. Seal the edges and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  10. Mix the egg and milk to create an egg wash, then brush it over the crust.
  11. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the crust is golden brown.

Allow the pie to cool before serving. The tantalizing aroma and delicious taste of Aunt Carol’s Apple Pie will surely make it a favorite in your home.