Apple Pie

A classic apple pie with tender spiced apples and a golden flaky crust. Easy to make, ideal for dessert, and perfect served warm with ice cream or cream.

This classic apple pie brings together tender apples, warm cinnamon, and a buttery golden crust. It is a timeless baked dessert that works beautifully for family meals, holidays, or any occasion when you want a comforting homemade treat. Serve it warm on its own or with vanilla ice cream for an even more indulgent finish.

Ingredients

• 2 pie crusts, homemade or store-bought
• 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash
• 1 tablespoon milk, for egg wash
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Place one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and press it gently into the bottom and sides.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
3. Spoon the apple mixture into the prepared crust and dot the top with the butter pieces.
4. Cover with the second pie crust, or cut it into strips for a lattice top if preferred. Trim and seal the edges, then cut a few small slits in the top crust if fully covered.
5. Whisk the egg and milk together, then brush the top crust with the egg wash. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if using.
6. Bake for 20 minutes at 400 F, then reduce the oven temperature to 350 F and continue baking for 30 to 35 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing so the filling can set.