Description
Classic Baked Spiced Apple Pie is a comforting and timeless dessert featuring tender, cinnamon-kissed apples encased in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for holidays or everyday treats, this pie balances sweet spices and tart apples for a warm, nostalgic flavor that delights every table.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 6–7 firm tart apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or brown sugar for variation)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pats
Pie Crust
- 1 double pie crust (homemade or store-bought; gluten-free crust can be used as variation)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss them in a large bowl with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until the slices are evenly coated, forming the flavorful filling.
- Roll Out the Pie Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the bottom crust and gently fit it into your pie dish. Trim any excess edges to create a neat base for the filling.
- Assemble the Filling: Pour the spiced apple mixture into the prepared crust. Dot small pats of butter evenly over the filling to add richness and encourage a golden finish.
- Top Crust and Seal: Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling, either covering fully or creating a lattice pattern for decoration. Pinch the edges together to seal and trim any excess dough. Cut slits in the top crust to vent steam.
- Bake to Perfection: Brush the top crust with a beaten egg for a shiny, golden appearance. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Notes
- Choose a mix of tart and sweet apples for depth of flavor.
- Keep butter and dough cold for a flakier crust.
- Don’t overfill the pie to avoid soggy crusts.
- Use a baking sheet to catch drips and keep your oven clean.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving to stabilize the filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: apple pie, spiced apple pie, baked apple pie, classic dessert, holiday pie, cinnamon apple pie
