The holidays are just around the corner, which means it’s time to get our dessert game strong. And what better way to do that than with the White House’s very own Apple Pie recipe? This delicious pie has been a presidential favorite for decades and is sure to be a hit at your next family gathering.
Ingredients:
– 1 double pie crust
– 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples
– 3/4 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out one of the pie crusts and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges to a half inch overhang.
3. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and lemon juice until the apples are fully coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
4. Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and sprinkle them over the top of the apple mixture.
5. Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the pie. Trim the edges to a half inch overhang and then crimp the two crusts together to seal them. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake the pie on a baking sheet for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow the pie to cool before serving.
This Apple Pie is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a delicious dessert to serve at a holiday party or simply want to impress your family with your baking skills, this pie is sure to do the trick.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 5-6 tablespoons cold water
- 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the flour and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add in the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball. Divide the dough in half.
4. Roll out one half of the dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges to a half inch overhang.
5. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and lemon juice until the apples are fully coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
6. Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and sprinkle them over the top of the apple mixture.
7. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it on top of the pie. Trim the edges to a half inch overhang and then crimp the two crusts together to seal them. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
8. Bake the pie on a baking sheet for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow the pie to cool before serving.
This recipe is a classic and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So gather your loved ones, preheat the oven, and get ready to enjoy some delicious White House Apple Pie.
