For those who crave the sweet and wholesome taste of apple pie, look no further than this delightful recipe. Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
First, gather all the necessary ingredients. For the pie crust, you will need 2 and a half cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 cup of cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces, and 1/4 to 1/2 cup of ice water. For the apple filling, you will need 6 cups of thinly sliced Granny Smith apples, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg.
To make the pie crust, mix the flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Cut in the butter with a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Drizzle in the ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two equal parts, wrap them in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
For the apple filling, combine the sliced apples, sugar, butter, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Mix well and let sit for 15 to 20 minutes to macerate.
Remove one of the pie crusts from the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Place it into a 9-inch pie dish and trim the edges. Add the apple filling to the crust.
Next, roll out the second pie crust and cut it into 10 strips. Weave the strips over the top of the pie to create a lattice pattern, trimming the edges as needed. Brush the top with an egg wash made by whisking together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water.
Bake the pie for 45 to 50 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
If you prefer mini apple pies, you can use the recipe provided by Laura Vitale in her video tutorial. Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
For the pie crust, you will need 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 2/3 cup of cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces, and 1/4 cup of ice water. For the apple filling, you will need 2 cups of thinly sliced apples, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter cut into small pieces.
To make the pie crust, mix the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Cut in the butter with a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Drizzle in the ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles with a 4-inch cookie cutter or cup.
Add the sliced apples to a separate bowl and mix in the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter. Place a spoonful of the apple mixture onto each crust circle. Fold the circle in half and seal the edges with a fork. Use a knife to make a few slits on the top of each mini pie.
Bake the mini pies for 18 to 20 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let them cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Whether you choose to make a full-sized pie or mini pies, this apple pie recipe is sure to delight your taste buds. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat. Happy baking!
