Description
This classic apple pie is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a crisp, buttery homemade crust filled with perfectly spiced, tender Granny Smith apples. The balance of tart fruit and warm cinnamon and nutmeg creates a timeless flavor that is perfect for any occasion. By following these precise techniques, you can achieve a professional, bakery-quality pie right in your own kitchen. It is a reliable recipe that delivers satisfying textures and consistent results every single time.
Ingredients
2.5 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
0.75 cup granulated sugar
6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
0.5 cup ice water
1 pinch of salt
Instructions
Combine flour and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter until crumbs form.
Pour in ice water one tablespoon at a time while mixing gently until the dough holds together.
Shape the dough into two disks, wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Peel and slice your apples into uniform quarter-inch thick pieces.
Toss the apple slices in a bowl with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
Roll out one dough disk on a floured surface to fit a nine-inch pie plate.
Place the apple mixture into the crust, roll out the second disk to cover, and seal the edges.
Bake at 375°F until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Notes
Keep your butter and ice water as cold as possible to ensure the crust stays flaky. You can brush the top with a little milk and sprinkle with sugar before baking for a beautiful finish. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg