alton brown apple pie recipe

If you’re looking for a classic apple pie recipe, look no further than this one from Alton Brown. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a flaky pie crust that’s sure to impress your guests.

Apple Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 recipe for double-crust pie dough
• 3 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 large egg white, beaten
• Coarse sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out half of the pie dough on a lightly floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with both sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice until well combined.
4. Transfer the apple mixture to the chilled pie crust, dot with butter, and cover with the remaining pie dough. Trim the overhang and crimp the edges to seal. Cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
5. Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg white and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
6. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
7. Cool the pie on a wire rack before serving.

Another mouth-watering Apple Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 recipe for double-crust pie dough
• 2 pounds apples
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 1 egg, lightly beaten with a fork
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Roll out half the pie dough and transfer it to a 9-inch pie plate. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
3. Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. In a large bowl, toss the apples with the sugar, flour, apple pie spice, salt, and vinegar until well coated.
4. Transfer the apple mixture to the chilled pie crust and dot with the butter.
5. Roll out the remaining pie dough and use it to top the pie. Crimp the edges to seal, then use a sharp knife to cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Brush the mixture over the top of the pie, then sprinkle with the sugar.
7. Bake for 20 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and continue baking for 45 to 50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
8. Let the pie cool on a wire rack before serving.

These delicious apple pie recipes are perfect for any occasion! Serve them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent treat. Enjoy!