Classic Homemade Old Fashioned Apple Pie Recipe

This traditional old fashioned apple pie recipe brings back the delicious memories of grandma's kitchen. Made with a flaky, buttery crust and a perfectly spiced apple filling, this pie is a timeless classic that will satisfy any dessert lover. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort food experience. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes and an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen, this apple pie recipe is a must-try for any baking enthusiast.

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• Ice water
• 6-7 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith or any tart variety), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the cold butter pieces and using a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Gradually add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two halves and shape each half into a flat disk. Wrap them in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. In a separate bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice. Toss the mixture until the apples are well coated.
5. Remove one dough disk from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle large enough to cover the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
6. Transfer the rolled dough to the pie dish and gently press it into the bottom and sides. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges of the dish.
7. Pour the apple filling into the pie crust and dot the top with small pieces of butter.
8. Remove the second dough disk from the refrigerator and roll it out into a circle. Carefully place it over the apple filling, trimming any excess dough and sealing the edges with the bottom crust. Create slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape.
9. Brush the top crust with beaten egg wash and sprinkle granulated sugar on top.
10. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips, and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
11. Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 1 hour before serving.
12. Slice the pie and serve it warm or at room temperature. Optional: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence!

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