Apple pie

 

Certainly! Here's a classic apple pie recipe for you to enjoy:

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

For a double-crust pie, you'll need:

For the Filling:

• 6-7 medium-sized apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

For Assembly:

• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon milk or water (for egg wash)
• Additional sugar for sprinkling on top

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pie Crust:

• You can use store-bought pie crusts, but making your own can be even more delicious!

• In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.
• Add 1 cup (2 sticks) of cold, unsalted butter, cut into small cubes.
• Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Gradually add 6-8 tablespoons of ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together.
• Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape them into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

2. Prepare the Filling:

Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin, even slices.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Mix well and set aside.

3. Assemble the Pie:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Roll out one of the chilled pie dough disks on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Place the rolled-out dough in the pie dish.
• Add the apple filling to the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
• Dot the top of the filling with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
• Roll out the second pie dough disk and place it over the filling. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
• In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of milk or water to make an egg wash. Brush this mixture over the top crust.
• Sprinkle a little sugar on top for a nice finish and to add sweetness.
• Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

4. Bake the Pie:

Place the pie on a baking sheet (to catch any drips) and bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, you can cover them with aluminum foil or a pie shield.

Once done, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for a few hours before serving.

Enjoy your delicious homemade apple pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!