Apple Pie Delight: Easy Recipe for a Cozy Homemade Treat
Enjoy the warm and comforting taste of homemade apple pie with this easy recipe. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy evening at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 6 to 8 apples, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Roll out half of the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Place the bottom crust in the pie plate.
- In another bowl, toss apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Fill the pie crust with the apple mixture.
- Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the apples. Seal and flute the edges. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Brush the top crust with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg with the cinnamon.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg