Description
This hearty, buttery deep dish apple pie delivers a thick, spiced fruit filling in a golden crust. A blend of sweet and tart apples creates depth, while the flaky dough ensures a satisfying bite every time. Perfect for family meals or festive occasions.
Ingredients
All-purpose flour, 3 cups plus 1 cup for rolling
Unsalted butter, cold and cubed, 1 cup (2 sticks)
Granulated sugar, 3/4 cup
Brown sugar, 1/4 cup
Apples, 8-10 medium-sized (e.g., Honeycrisp, Gala, Granny Smith)
Ground cinnamon, 1-2 teaspoons
Lemon juice, 1-2 tablespoons
Cornstarch, 2-3 tablespoons
Instructions
Mix 3 cups flour, cubed butter, and ice water in a bowl until dough forms
Divide dough into bottom crust and top lattice pieces; chill 30 minutes
Peel, core, and thinly slice apples
t in a separate bowl
Mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch
Toss with apples until evenly coated
Line a deep 9-inch pie dish with rolled-out dough
Add apple mixture, pressing gently into crust
Trim crimped edges and chill
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 50-60 minutes until golden
Cool completely before slicing
Notes
Use a mix of apple varieties for best balance of flavor
For a vegan option, substitute butter with vegetable shortening
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Chilling crust prevents shrinkage during baking
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Homestyle
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 725
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg