When it comes to classic American desserts, apple pie is definitely at the top of the list. The combination of tender apples, warm cinnamon, and flaky crust is irresistible. Here are two apple pie recipes that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
American Apple Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
- Pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 8 Granny Smith apples – peeled, cored and sliced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour to form a paste. Add water, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce temperature and let simmer.
- Place the bottom crust in your pie dish. Fill with sliced apples, mounded slightly. Cover with top crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes.
Mom’s Apple Pie I Recipe
Ingredients:
- Pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 8 Granny Smith apples – peeled, cored and sliced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour to form a paste. Add water, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce temperature and let simmer.
- Place the bottom crust in your pie dish. Fill with sliced apples, mounded slightly. Cover with top crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes.
Enjoy these delicious apple pies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. They’re perfect for any occasion, whether you’re having a family dinner or a holiday feast. With their classic flavors and comforting textures, these apple pies are sure to become a favorite in your household.
