Here’s a classic, easy-to-follow apple pie recipe with step-by-step instructions so you can make it at home. 🍏🥧
Classic Apple Pie (Step-by-Step)
🥧 Ingredients
For the Pie Crust (makes 2 crusts)
- 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
For the Apple Filling
- 6–7 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled, cored, and sliced
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (30 g) brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (to thicken)
For Finishing
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk or water
- Optional: sugar for sprinkling
Equipment
- 9-inch pie pan
- Mixing bowls
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush
- Knife
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Make the Pie Crust
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling
- Peel, core, and slice the apples.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
Step 3: Assemble the Pie
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out one dough disc into a circle slightly larger than your pie pan.
- Transfer it to the pan and press gently.
- Pour the apple filling evenly into the crust.
- Roll out the second dough disc and place it on top.
- Trim excess dough, pinch edges to seal, and cut a few slits on top for steam to escape.
Step 4: Egg Wash
- Beat 1 egg with 1 tablespoon milk or water.
- Brush the top crust with the egg wash.
- Optional: Sprinkle sugar on top for a crunchy finish.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown.
- If the edges brown too fast, cover them with foil.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set.
- Slice and serve plain, or with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Tips
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor.
- Chill the dough before rolling to prevent shrinking.
- You can make a lattice crust for a decorative top.