As the temperature begins to cool and the leaves begin to change, it’s time to start thinking about all things fall. And what’s more quintessentially fall than a warm and delicious apple pie? In this post, we bring you not one, but two scrumptious apple pie recipes to indulge in this cozy season.
First up, we have the “Apple Pie Recipe” from A Fairytale Flavor. To begin, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). For the crust, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl. Next, add in 1 cup of cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes, and use a pastry blender to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and stir until a dough forms. Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
For the filling, peel, core, and slice 8-10 medium-sized apples. In a large bowl, mix the apple slices with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon of allspice, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons of instant tapioca. Roll out one of the crusts on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish. Add the apple mixture to the pie dish, then roll out the second crust and place it on top of the apples. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape, brush the top crust with an egg wash made from an egg yolk and a tablespoon of heavy cream, and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Next up, we have the “Easy Apple Pie Recipe From Scratch” from Brown Eyed Baker. To make the crust, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar in a large bowl. Cut in 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1/4 cup of vegetable shortening until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Add 4-6 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least an hour.
For the filling, peel, core, and slice 6 medium-sized apples. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Toss the apple slices in the sugar mixture until coated. Roll out one of the crusts on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish. Add the apple mixture to the pie dish, then roll out the second crust and place it on top of the apples. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape, brush the top crust with an egg wash made from an egg yolk and a tablespoon of heavy cream, and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
These apple pie recipes are perfect for a crisp fall day or any occasion that calls for a delicious dessert. We hope you enjoy making and indulging in these sweet treats as much as we do!
