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

Classic Apple Pie

A quick and easy classic apple pie recipe that can be baked and served in just 45 minutes, perfect for a last-minute dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 6 medium apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced about 6 cups
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crust
  • 2 (9-inch) pre-made pie crusts, chilled
Topping/Finish
  • 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Pie dish (9-inch)
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Prepare the filling
  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with both sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice; toss gently until evenly coated.
Assemble the pie
  1. Carefully place one pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, then pour the apple filling evenly into the crust.
Add top crust
  1. Place the second pie crust over the filling, trim and crimp the edges to seal, and cut several slits in the top for steam release.
Bake the pie
  1. Brush the top crust with beaten egg, sprinkle with sugar, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Cool and serve
  1. Allow the pie to cool for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving to ensure the filling sets properly.

Notes

For best results, use a high-quality store-bought pie crust. Adjust baking time based on your oven; the crust should be golden brown and the filling bubbly.