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A freshly baked apple pie with a golden, flaky crust on a cooling rack.

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This recipe guides you through a simple yet effective process to create a delicious apple pie, focusing on core techniques for a perfect bake. It's ideal for home bakers looking to achieve a classic dessert with minimal fuss.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Crust
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 0.5 cup ice water
  • 1 tsp salt
Filling
  • 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt, then cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add ice water, mixing until a dough forms, then divide it in half, flatten into discs, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Pie
  1. On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc and place it into a 9-inch pie plate, then mix sliced apples with sugar and cinnamon and pour into the crust.
  2. Roll out the second dough disc and place it over the apple filling, crimping the edges to seal, and cut several slits in the top for ventilation.
Bake to Perfection
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C), then bake the pie for 15 minutes before reducing the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and baking for an additional 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  2. Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving to let the filling set.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of lemon juice to the apple filling. If the crust starts browning too quickly, you can cover the edges with aluminum foil.