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Homestyle Apple Pie Recipe with a Golden Flaky Crust

chef Laya
This homestyle apple pie features tender cinnamon-spiced apples baked inside a buttery, golden flaky crust. It is a classic homemade dessert perfect for holidays, family dinners, fall gatherings, or serving with vanilla ice cream.
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Prepr Time 45 minutes
Cooking Time 50 minutes
ToTal Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Type of plate Dessert
kitchen American
Serving 8

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes
  • 6 –8 tablespoons ice water

For the Apple Filling

  • 6 –7 medium apples peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For Finishing

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar optional
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Instructions
 

  • Add the flour, salt, and granulated sugar to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until combined.
  • Add the cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with a few pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
  • Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time. Mix gently until the dough begins to come together. Do not overmix.
  • Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap the disks and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Place the sliced apples in a large bowl. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour or cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated. Let the filling rest for 10–15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Roll out one chilled dough disk on a lightly floured surface into a circle slightly larger than a 9-inch pie dish.
  • Transfer the dough to the pie dish and gently press it into the bottom and sides. Trim any excess dough around the edges.
  • Add the apple filling to the crust and spread it evenly. Dot the surface with a little extra butter if desired.
  • Roll out the second dough disk and place it over the apple filling. Trim the edges, then press and crimp the top and bottom crusts together.
  • Cut several vents in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Alternatively, create a lattice crust.
  • Whisk the egg with one tablespoon of water. Brush the egg wash over the top crust and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.
  • Refrigerate the assembled pie for 15 minutes before baking.
  • Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 35–45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
  • Cover the crust edges loosely with aluminum foil if they begin to brown too quickly.
  • Transfer the pie to a cooling rack and allow it to cool for at least 2–3 hours before slicing.
  • Serve the apple pie warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.

Notes

  • Best apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, or a combination.
  • Storage: Store the cooled pie loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer storage.
  • Recipe keywords: apple pie recipe, homestyle apple pie, homemade apple pie, flaky apple pie crust, cinnamon apple pie, classic apple pie.