Classic Apple Pie

Name: Classic Apple Pie
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 65 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for crust); 1 tsp salt (for crust); 1 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust); 1 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed; 6-8 tbsp ice water; 8 medium apples (about 1.5 lbs for half batch), peeled and sliced; 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling); 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling); 2 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp lemon juice, fresh; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/4 tsp ground allspice; 1 large egg (for egg wash), beaten with 1 tbsp water; 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling on top)

A timeless American dessert with a flaky, buttery crust and spiced apple filling.

110 minMediumServes 8410 cal/serving

AmericanDessertOvenVegetarianHalal-friendlyLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for crust)
1 tsp salt (for crust)
1 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
1 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed
6-8 tbsp ice water
8 medium apples (about 1.5 lbs for half batch), peeled and sliced
3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling)
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1 large egg (for egg wash), beaten with 1 tbsp water
2 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

1

For the crust: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for crust), 1 tsp salt (for crust), and 1 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust).
2

Add 1 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter and cut it into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
3

Gradually add 6-8 tbsp ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until the dough just begins to come together. Do not add too much water.
4

Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
5

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) with a rack in the lower third position.
6

For the filling: In a large bowl, combine 8 peeled and sliced medium apples (about 1.5 lbs for half batch), 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling), 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling), 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp ground allspice. Toss gently to coat evenly.
7

On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to a 12-inch circle and transfer to a 9-inch pie dish.
8

Pour the apple filling into the crust, mounding slightly in the center.
9

Roll out the second disk of dough to a 12-inch circle. Place over the filling. Trim excess dough, leaving a 1-inch overhang. Fold the overhang under itself and crimp the edges decoratively.
10

Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Brush the top with 1 beaten with 1 tbsp water large egg (for egg wash) and sprinkle with 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling on top).
11

Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
12

Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 40-45 minutes more, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling through the slits.
13

If the edges are browning too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
14

Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving to let the filling set.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Classic Apple Pie need?

For Classic Apple Pie, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 5. The longest stretch at that heat is 45 minutes, in step 12. The oven is also used at 375 F (about 190 C) in step 12.

Can I skip chilling the dough for Classic Apple Pie?

Step 4 reads: "Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days." Not without a cost. The rest in step 4 firms the fat and relaxes the gluten, so the dough holds its shape and bakes up tender instead of spreading or shrinking.

What can I use instead of allspice in Classic Apple Pie?

The entry for Classic Apple Pie calls for 1/4 tsp ground allspice. In its place: Equal parts ground cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.

Can I make Classic Apple Pie gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Classic Apple Pie is 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (for crust), 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling). Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Classic Apple Pie contain eggs?

Yes: 1 large egg (for egg wash), beaten with 1 tbsp water. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Classic Apple Pie?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 410 calories, with 4 g protein, 58 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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