Simple Apple Pie

Fall in love with the timeless charm of a homemade Simple Apple Pie—comfort baking at its finest! This recipe features a buttery, flaky double crust made from scratch and a luscious filling of tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a hint of nutmeg and a touch of tangy lemon juice. Using pantry staples like brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cornstarch, this classic dessert is surprisingly easy to prepare, with a prep time of just 30 minutes and a golden bake in under an hour. Perfect for celebrations, holidays, or a cozy family dinner, this apple pie can be topped with coarse sugar for added sparkle and served warm with whipped cream or a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this simple apple pie recipe is guaranteed to deliver rustic, homemade goodness with every slice.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 6 tablespoons Ice water
• 6 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt for the crust.

Step 2

Cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together (avoid over-mixing).

Step 4

Divide the dough in half, shape into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.

Step 7

Roll out one disk of chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish and trim any overhang.

Step 8

Fill the pie crust with the apple mixture, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Roll out the second disk of dough and place it over the filling. Trim, tuck, and crimp the edges to seal.

Step 10

Cut a few small slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape. Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Step 12

Remove the apple pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2305.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4412.8

Total Fat 202.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 702.7mg	0%
Sodium 1335.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 637.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.3g	0%
Total Sugars 352.2g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 321.1mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2107.2mg	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: 40.1%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 56.0%