apple pie recipe make ahead

Nothing screams “fall” quite like a warm and delicious apple pie. This classic dessert is a favorite among many households and a perfect way to gather family and friends around the table. Today, I’m excited to share with you two amazing apple pie recipes that are a must-try this season.

Make-Ahead Apple Pie

If you’re someone who likes to plan ahead, this recipe is perfect for you. This make-ahead apple pie by Polka Dot Cottage is easy to prepare in advance and store in the freezer until it’s time to bake. Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients

• 2 pie crusts
• 7 cups peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, toss together the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Roll out one of the pie crusts and place it in the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
4. Add the apple mixture and dot with butter.
5. Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the apple mixture. Fold the edges of the crust under and crimp.
6. Brush the top with milk and make several slits in the crust to allow steam to escape.
7. At this point, you can cover the pie with plastic wrap and freeze for up to two months, or you can bake it right away.
8. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Apple Pie Recipe

Next up, we have a classic apple pie recipe from Taste of Home. A delicious blend of sweet and tart, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds.

Ingredients

• 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 3-5 tablespoons ice water
• 6 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
• Additional sugar

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
2. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and toss with a fork until the dough is moist enough to hold together.
4. Shape into a disk and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
6. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate.
7. Transfer the dough to the pie plate and trim the edges to fit.
8. In a large bowl, toss the apples with lemon juice.
9. Add sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Toss to combine.
10. Transfer the mixture to the pie crust and dot with butter.
11. Roll out remaining dough and cut into strips to make a lattice crust. Seal the edges with the bottom crust.
12. Brush the lattice with egg white and sprinkle with sugar.
13. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
14. Cool the pie for at least 30 minutes before serving.

So there you have it! Two amazing apple pie recipes to add to your fall baking lineup. I hope you enjoy making and savoring these delicious treats with your loved ones. Happy baking!