Classic Apple Pie

Who doesn’t love a Classic Apple Pie? You almost fancy the apple-infused deliciousness and the irresistible buttery crust, don’t ya? Talk of the perfect dessert to climax your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner! Sweet, tart, and buttery; all bundled together in one classic dessert that never disappoints.

This Classic Apple Pie recipe lays bare all the secrets to making a pie that blows your taste buds. If you’ve ever dreamt of making an apple pie that gathers all the family around the table, this is your shot. Performance never lies; the gorgeous golden-brown crust, the bubbling apple filling, and the mmm…mmmm… yummy noises tell it all!

• Prep time: 30 minutes
• Cook time: 1 hour
• Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Servings: 8 slices
• Yield: 1 pie

So let’s get baking shall we folks? Read on, and whip up this marvelous dessert!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter (chilled and diced)
• 0.5 cup ice cold water
• 7 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter (softened)

You’ll need a rolling pin, a pie dish, and a lattice pastry roller (optional).

Flour is vital for the structure, while the butter allows for a flaky crust. The apples give this pie its signature fruity flavor, and let’s not forget the sugar and the cinnamon that give us that sweet and flavored filling we are all drooling over. Substitutes? Try margarine in place of butter, but I’d stick with butter for the beautiful flakiness.

How To Make Classic Apple Pie

1. First, combine flour, salt, and cold butter in a bowl. Add ice water a little at a time to form a dough. Wrap in plastic and put in the fridge for at least 30 mins.
2. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
3. Roll out half of the dough to fit your pie dish. Put the dough in the baking dish, and refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
4. For the filling, toss the apple slices with sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Dump everything in the pie dish.
5. Roll the other half of the dough for the top of the pie. Cover the apples with this dough and crimp the edges. Cut little slits in the top of the pie with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake for 45 minutes or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown. If the edges of the pie start to brown too quickly, you can cover them with foil.

Tips For The Best Results

• Keep your dough cold. It helps to prevent shrinkage and get that flaky crust.
• Do not open the oven frequently.

Storage Tips

• You can refrigerate the apple pie for up to five days.
• For longer storage, you can freeze the cooked apple pie for up to six months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use canned apples?
A: Yes, you can, but fresh apples give the best results.

Q: Can I store the apple pie at room temperature?
A: Yes, but it only lasts for about two days.

Nutritional Facts of Classic Apple Pie

Each serving of Classic Apple Pie provides around 320 calories, 46g of carbs, 15g of fat, 4g of protein, and 22g of sugar.

All in all, this Classic Apple Pie recipe is the real deal. A must-have recipe for every baker who wants to make a pie that wows! As for the serving suggestions, some good ol’ vanilla ice cream or whipped cream complements this dessert perfectly. Enjoy!