Description
Grandma’s classic Apple Pie brings nostalgia and warmth to kitchen counters across America, promising comfort in each delectable slice. Sweet cinnamon-kissed apples nestled in buttery, flaky crust invite you to savor a cherished slice of homemade tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Filling:
- 23 pounds (10.4 kilograms) Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Thickening and Binding Agents:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
Crust and Topping:
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 190°C (375°F), creating an ideal baking environment for a golden, flaky pie.
- Combine thinly sliced apples with a harmonious blend of sugar, zesty lemon juice, warm cinnamon, fragrant nutmeg, and flour, ensuring each apple slice is thoroughly coated with the sweet and spicy mixture.
- Carefully drape the first pastry crust into a 9-inch pie dish, creating a smooth foundation for the apple filling.
- Distribute the seasoned apple mixture evenly across the bottom crust, strategically placing small butter dots throughout to enhance richness and flavor.
- Gently layer the second pastry crust over the apple filling, meticulously crimping and sealing the edges to prevent leakage, then artfully cut several steam vents to allow moisture to escape during baking.
- Delicately brush the top crust with beaten egg, which will create a lustrous, golden-brown finish when baked.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a beautifully caramelized top and bubbling fruit filling.
- Remove from oven and allow the pie to rest and set for at least one hour, enabling the filling to stabilize and achieve the perfect slicing consistency.
Notes
- Choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture balance.
- Slice apples uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent pie layers.
- Toss apple slices quickly with lemon juice to prevent browning and add a bright, zesty undertone.
- Sprinkle a light dusting of coarse sugar on the top crust for a gorgeous golden, crispy finish that adds delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45-50 mins
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 277
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 131 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg