Indulgent Apple Pie with Flaky Crust for Cozy Nights

This indulgent apple pie, featuring Granny Smith apples and a flaky crust, is the perfect dessert for cozy nights and family gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pie Crust

1 cup Butter Can be replaced with margarine for a dairy-free option.
2 cups Flour Use all-purpose flour to create a flaky crust.
1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness in the crust.
1 large Egg For wash, can substitute with milk for a dairy-free alternative.

For the Filling

6 Granny Smith Apples Provide perfect tartness; swap with Honeycrisp or Fuji for extra sweetness.
1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
2 teaspoons Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg for additional depth.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Butter Blend into your sauce for rich taste.
2 tablespoons Flour Thickens the filling and sauce.
1/4 cup Water Use filtered water for best results.
1/2 cup Sugar Sweetens the sauce; balance with additional spices as necessary.

Equipment

Medium Saucepan
9-inch pie plate
rolling pin

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Chill the double pie crust dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, then whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour.
Peel, core, and slice 6 Granny Smith apples, toss them with 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and drizzle with warm sauce.
Roll out the bottom crust, fit it into a 9-inch pie plate, and mound the apple mixture on top. Create a lattice pattern with the top crust.
Beat 1 egg with a tablespoon of water to create an egg wash and apply it over the lattice crust.
Bake the pie at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 45 minutes.
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chill your dough well, choose firm apples, and allow the pie to cool before slicing for the best results.

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