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Best Recipe for Apple Pie

Best Recipe for Apple Pie
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Indulge in a classic dessert that fills your home with the warm aroma of baked apples and spices: the Best Recipe for Apple Pie. This beloved family recipe brings everyone together, making it perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. The combination of Granny Smith, Gala, and Golden Delicious apples creates a harmonious balance of tart and sweet flavors, all encased in a flaky double crust. Making this pie from scratch is easier than you might think, and once you try it, you’ll understand why it’s a cherished favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 homemade double pie crust (2 sheets of pie dough)
  • 5 pounds mixed apples (like Granny Smith, Gala, or Honeycrisp)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
  • milk or beaten egg for brushing (optional)
  • raw sugar for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare the apple filling by peeling and slicing apples into thin pieces. Toss them with lemon juice.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, combine apple slices with sugars, flour, spices, and salt. Cook gently until tender.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract and let the mixture cool.
  5. Roll out your pie crusts; place one layer in your pie plate.
  6. Fill with cooled apple mixture and cover with the second crust.
  7. Chill for 30 minutes before baking.
  8. Brush the crust with milk or beaten egg and sprinkle raw sugar on top.
  9. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes; then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 45 minutes.

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