Easy Apple Pie (Printable Version)
Delicious spiced apples in a beautiful trellis-topped crust - the perfect balance of homemade flavor and convenient preparation.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Crust
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2 pre-made pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
→ For the Filling
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5 cups thinly sliced and peeled apples (Granny Smith or preferred variety, about 2-3 pounds)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup brown sugar
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1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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½ teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1½ tablespoons lemon juice
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1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
→ For the Egg Wash
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1 egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon water
→ For Topping
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2 tablespoons coarse sugar (or granulated sugar)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, flour, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss until apples are thoroughly coated. Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a deep 9-inch pie dish, leaving excess hanging over the edges. Pour the apple filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
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Roll out the second pie crust. Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Lay half of the strips over the pie, evenly spaced, in one direction. Fold back every other strip gently, and lay another strip perpendicular to the ones already on the pie. Unfold the strips over the new strip. Repeat this weaving process, alternating strips until the pie is covered with a trellis pattern. Trim excess dough from the strips and press the edges together to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork or your fingers.
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Whisk together the egg and water in a small bowl. Brush this egg wash over the trellis top and edges of the pie. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and cover edges with aluminum foil or a pie shield to prevent over-browning. Continue baking for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
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Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving. This resting period helps the filling set properly and ensures a thick, saucy consistency. Sprinkle with coarse sugar just before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Cover the edges with aluminum foil or a pie shield if they start to brown too quickly.
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The initial high baking temperature followed by a reduction helps prevent burning while ensuring the filling cooks thoroughly.
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Place the pie on a baking sheet to distribute heat evenly and catch any drips.