Classic Apple Pie

Classic Apple Pie

Classic Apple Pie American style

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 430

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Pie Crust:

• 2 ½ cups 315 g all-purpose flour
• 1 cup 230 g unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 6 tbsp ice-cold water

For the Apple Filling:

• 6 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and sliced
• ¾ cup 150 g sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter cubed (for topping)

Equipment

• 9-inch pie dish
• Rolling Pin
• Mixing bowl
• Pastry brush
• Oven

Method

 

1. Prepare Pie Crust: Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough holds. Divide into two disks, wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
2. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice.
3. Assemble Pie: Roll out one dough disk, line the pie dish, fill with apple mixture, and dot with butter. Cover with second crust, seal edges, and cut small vents.
4. Bake: Brush top with milk or egg wash. Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 50 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Cool: Allow to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

For best results, mix tart and sweet apples for flavor balance.

Add a tablespoon of caramel sauce over apples for a richer taste.

🧊Storage

Store leftover pie covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat slices in the oven before serving.

🍽️Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 430 kcal

Protein: 5 g

Fat: 22 g

Carbohydrates: 55 g

Sugar: 28 g

Fiber: 3 g

📝Summary (≈300 words)

Few desserts define American comfort food like the Classic Apple Pie. With its buttery, flaky crust and sweet-tart apple filling, it’s a dish that has graced dinner tables and holiday gatherings for generations. The scent of apples, cinnamon, and pastry baking together is enough to fill any home with warmth and nostalgia.

This pie brings together simple ingredients to create something magical. The crust—rich, golden, and tender—crumbles perfectly under your fork. Inside, the apple slices turn soft and syrupy as they bake, creating a filling that’s both sweet and slightly tangy. The touch of lemon balances the richness, while cinnamon and nutmeg lend that cozy fall aroma.

Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled with whipped cream, the Classic Apple Pie fits every occasion — from Thanksgiving feasts to everyday treats. It’s a timeless dessert that captures the heart of American baking: homely, heartfelt, and always satisfying.

With every slice, you taste tradition, comfort, and love — a perfect reminder that the simplest recipes often create the most cherished memories.

🔍 Classic Apple Pie Recipe