Easy Apple Pie

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Indulge in the comforting aroma of Thes Easy Apple Pie that's bursting with the flavors of Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples. This classic dessert recipe, with its flaky crust and perfectly spiced filling, is warming, hearty, and an excellent way to enjoy Fall flavors!

Prep Time30

Cook Time1

Total Time1 30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Homemade Apple Pie

Servings:

Calories: 428kcal

Author: Ryan Allen

Equipment

1 9-inch pie plate
1 crust cover

Ingredients

5 lbs apples Granny Smith, Gala, or Golden Delicious
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
5 tbsp all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
¾ tsp nutmeg
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp vanilla extract
tsp tsp milk
1 egg
1 homemade pie crust (top and bottom) Or a store-bought pie crust.

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Add fresh lemon juice to a large bowl. Peel and slice apples into ⅛-1/4 inch slices. As you slice the apples, add them to the bowl and make sure to cover the slices with the lemon juice to prevent the apples from turning brown.
Pour the apples into a large skillet and cook over medium heat. Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Stir all ingredients together. Cover the apples for 20 or until the apples are tender. Stir the apples every 3-4 minutes.
Remove the apples from the heat and pour them in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Cool in the refrigerator for 30-40 minutes.
Prepare your 9-inch pie plate with the pre-made dough. Pour the chilled filling into the prepared pie dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the milk and eggs. Brush the egg mixture around the edge of the pie crust ( This will seal the edges of the pie together). With your second piece of pie dough, roll it out and cup it into 1½ inch strips. Create a lattice pattern on top of the filling by weaving the pieces together. Crimp the edges of the pie together.
Place the whole pie back into the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes to chill the pie crust. (This will help create a flaky crust)
Cover a baking sheet with a layer of tin foil and place it in the center of your oven. Preheat your oven to 425℉.
Remove the pie from the refrigerator and brush the top of the pie with the remaining egg mixture. Cover the crust with a pie crust cover or carefully wrap tin foil around the edges. Place the pie on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
Reduce the heat to 350℉ and bake for an additional 30 minutes. Remove the crust cover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top of the pie turns a slight golden brown color.
Remove the pie from the oven and cool completely before serving.

Notes

Feel free to get creative with various apple types. While Granny Smith, Gala, and Golden Delicious are suggested for their well-rounded taste, don't hesitate to explore options such as Fuji or Honeycrisp according to your personal preference.
Cooling the filling to either room temperature or slightly chilled in the refrigerator is a crucial step. This helps avoid the hot filling from causing the pie crust to melt and guarantees a final pie with a crisp, flaky crust.

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