Make the perfect homemade apple pie recipe. Floury crust, sweet apples, and cozy flavor—just like Grandma used to make!
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Best Apple Pie Recipe
- Total Time: 1hr 20 mins
- Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie – Serves 8 1x
Description
Nothing says comfort like a warm, homemade apple pie. This apple pie recipe is an all-American classic, crafted with a buttery, flaky crust and a gooey spiced apple filling. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, a weekend get-together, or just a cozy night in, this is the best apple pie recipe to wow your guests and bring back delicious memories.
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust (or use store-bought for a shortcut!)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flou
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
For the Apple Pie Filling
- 6–7 cups peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples (mix with Honeycrisp for balance)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp butter (for dotting)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Make the Pie Crust: In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until the dough forms. Divide in half, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat Oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice, sugars, flour, and spices. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Assemble Bottom Crust: Roll out one dough disc and fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Add apple filling and dot with butter.
- Top Your Pie: Roll out second disc for lattice or full top crust. Trim, crimp edges, and brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Place pie on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 425°F for 20 mins, then reduce to 375°F for 30–35 mins until crust is golden and filling bubbles.
- Cool & Serve: Let pie cool at least 2 hours before slicing for best texture.
Notes
- For a gluten-free apple pie, swap crust with GF flour blend.
- Add drizzled caramel for a caramel apple pie version.
- Use vegan butter and skip the egg wash for a vegan apple pie.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 50mins
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Treat
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition Facts (Per Slice)
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 48g
- Sugar: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Cooking Time Recap
Bake at 425°F for 20 mins, then reduce to 375°F and bake for 30–35 mins. Shield crust edges if over-browning.
What to Serve With Apple Pie Recipe
- Classic vanilla ice cream
- Fresh whipped cream
Reheating Tips For Apple Pie Recipe
- Oven: 350°F for 10–15 mins
- Microwave: 30–40 secs on low (to prevent sogginess)
Freezing Instructions for Apple Pie Recipe
- Wrap pie tightly in foil, place in a freezer bag, and freeze up to 3 months.
Reheat Frozen Pie
- Bake at 375°F from frozen for 40–50 mins or until heated through and crisp.
FAQs
Q: What’s the best apple for pie?
A: Granny Smith is the go-to, but mixing in Honeycrisp adds sweetness and complexity.
Q: Can I prep apple pie in advance?
A: Yes! It refrigerates well for 4 days or freeze it before baking.
Q: How to keep the bottom crust crisp?
A: Brush the crust with egg white and use a preheated baking sheet or stone.