apple pie recipe and crust

Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked apple pie? It’s a classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, and making it from scratch is easier than you might think.

Apple Pie from Scratch Recipe by Tasty

If you’re new to baking, this recipe from Tasty is a great place to start.

Ingredients

• 1 double crust pie dough
• 8 cups thinly sliced and peeled apples (about 7 medium)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the pie dough into a 12-inch (30-cm) circle. Transfer to a 9-inch (23-cm) pie dish, and trim the edges.
3. In a large bowl, toss the apples with the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well coated.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared crust and dot with butter.
5. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the remaining dough into a 12-inch (30-cm) circle. Cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) strips.
6. Weave the strips together over the filling to create a lattice top.
7. Trim the edges and brush with egg wash.
8. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Cool for at least 1 hour before serving.

Perfect Apple Pie Recipe With All-Butter Crust – Sugar Geek Show

If you’re looking for a more advanced recipe with a perfect all-butter crust, this one from Sugar Geek Show is the way to go.

Ingredients

• 1 double crust pie dough
• 6 cups thinly sliced and peeled Granny Smith apples (about 6 medium)
• 1 cup thinly sliced and peeled Honeycrisp apples (about 1 large)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the pie dough into a 12-inch (30-cm) circle. Transfer to a 9-inch (23-cm) pie dish, and trim the edges.
3. In a large bowl, toss the apples with the sugar, flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well coated.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared crust and dot with butter.
5. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the remaining dough into a 12-inch (30-cm) circle. Cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) strips.
6. Weave the strips together over the filling to create a lattice top.
7. Trim the edges and brush with egg wash.
8. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Cool for at least 1 hour before serving.

Now that you have two amazing apple pie recipes to choose from, it’s time to get baking! Whether you’re sharing it with loved ones or enjoying it all by yourself, a homemade apple pie is sure to bring a smile to your face.