Ingredients
- For the Pie Crust:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (chilled and cubed)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
- For the Apple Filling:
- 6 to 8 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter (to dot the filling)
Instructions
Prepare the Pie Crust:
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add the chilled butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Make the Apple Filling:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
Assemble the Pie:
- Roll out one dough disc on a floured surface and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Fill the crust with the apple mixture, dot with butter.
- Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the filling. Seal and cut slits in the top crust for ventilation.
Bake the Pie:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to set the filling.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of apples for varying sweetness and texture.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g