Mark's Favorite Classic Double Crust Apple Pie

Indulge in the timeless comfort of "Mark's Favorite Classic Double Crust Apple Pie," a dessert that perfectly balances a flaky, buttery crust with a warmly spiced apple filling. Featuring tart-sweet apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, this pie is elevated with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of brown sugar, creating a rich, caramelized sweetness. The homemade double crust, golden and sparkling from an egg wash and sugar sprinkle, envelops the luscious fruit filling, making every bite a perfect marriage of texture and flavor. Ideal for celebrations, holiday gatherings, or a cozy indulgence, this easy-to-follow recipe provides step-by-step instructions for a pie that bakes to perfection every time. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 6 tablespoons Ice water
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 6 cups Apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 None Egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt for the crust. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together. Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape them into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Gently transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, allowing the excess dough to hang over the edges.

Step 6

Fill the crust with the apple mixture, mounding it slightly in the center. Dot the filling with small pieces of the 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.

Step 7

Roll out the second disc of dough into another 12-inch circle. Place it over the filling and trim the excess dough, leaving about a 1-inch overhang. Fold the top crust under the edge of the bottom crust and crimp to seal.

Step 8

Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar for a golden, sparkling finish.

Step 9

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with foil.

Step 10

Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving. Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2135.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4484.3

Total Fat 226.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 763.7mg	0%
Sodium 3088.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 605.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 324.5g
Protein 43.1g	0%

Vitamin D 156.7IU	0%
Calcium 276.3mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 1822.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 52.3%