Description
This Easy Apple Pie recipe combines crisp, tart apples with warm spices and a flaky crust to create a classic, comforting dessert that is quick and simple to prepare. Perfect for any occasion, it features pantry staples and minimal prep time, making it an ideal last-minute treat that families and guests will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced Granny Smith apples (about 6 medium apples)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pats
Crust
- 1 package store-bought pie crust dough (2 crusts) or homemade equivalent
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice your apples evenly to ensure uniform cooking. Toss the slices with lemon juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl to coat them evenly and release their natural juices.
- Roll Out the Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of your pie crust dough to fit your pie dish. Gently transfer it to the dish, pressing down at the edges to set the base for your filling.
- Assemble the Filling: Pour the spiced apple mixture into the pie shell. Dot the filling with small chunks of butter to help create a rich, golden topping as the pie bakes.
- Top the Pie: Roll out the remaining pie dough for the top layer. You can cover it fully, create a lattice, or cut out fun shapes to allow steam to escape and add charm to the pie.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie on the middle rack and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. Let it rest before slicing to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Choose firm apples that hold their shape during baking for better texture.
- Don’t overfill the pie to avoid juice spilling over the crust.
- Keep your dough chilled before baking to improve flakiness.
- Use a pie shield or foil to protect crust edges from burning.
- Allow the pie to cool for at least one hour so slices hold together nicely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: apple pie, easy dessert, classic apple pie, homemade pie, fall dessert, quick apple pie
