The best apple pie ever –Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with a deliciously delightful treat that has been loved across generations—Apple Pie! This isn’t just any apple pie; it’s the best ever, and it might just be the highlight of your baking repertoire. So roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and let’s dive into the world of flaky crusts and sweet fragrant apples.
Best Ever Apple Pie
Nothing says “home” quite like the aroma of a freshly baked apple pie wafting through the kitchen. Prepare yourself for a dessert that is bound to make your taste buds dance with joy!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
- 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
- 6 to 8 apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp works well)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon butter, to dot
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the chilled butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until a dough forms. Once combined, divide the dough into two balls. Flatten each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples. In a large bowl, toss the apples with sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared crust and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second disk of dough and cover the pie. Trim the excess dough, crimp the edges, and cut a few slits in the top for ventilation. Brush the top with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the crust is golden brown.
- Let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, because let’s be honest—apple pie and ice cream are the perfect pair!
Now that you have all this deliciousness at your fingertips, gather your friends and family for a pie party! Who wouldn’t want to share the love of homemade apple pie? Enjoy every flaky, gooey bite!