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Classic American Apple Pie

A timeless dessert featuring a flaky crust and a sweet, spiced apple filling. Perfect for holidays or any day you crave a comforting treat.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:
  • 6 - medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best
  • 0.75 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons flour or cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crust:
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup cold butter cut into cubes
  • 6 tablespoons ice-cold water

Method
 

  1. Mix flour, salt, and sugar. Add butter and rub in until crumbly. Slowly add ice water and form dough. Divide, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Peel and slice apples. Mix with sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, flour, and vanilla. Toss well.
  3. Roll out dough and place in pie dish. Add filling. Roll out second dough, place on top, seal edges, and cut slits.
  4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  5. Cool for at least 1 hour. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For a crispier crust, brush the top with milk or egg wash before baking.