Optional Additions
- Crust Enhancers: Add 1 tsp of vinegar or vodka to the dough for flakiness
- Spices: Clove, cardamom, or ginger for warmth
- Mix-ins: Raisins, chopped walnuts, or cranberries
- Topping: Replace top crust with a crumble topping for Dutch-style apple pie
- Glaze: Brush crust with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar for a golden finish
Tips for Success
- Use a mix of apple varieties for complex flavor and texture.
- Keep butter cold when making crust for the flakiest layers.
- Pre-cook the apple filling slightly to reduce sogginess.
- Use a pie shield or foil to prevent crust edges from overbrowning.
- Let the pie cool fully before slicing so the filling sets.
Instructions
1. Make the crust:
- Mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs form.
- Gradually add ice water until dough comes together.
- Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill 1 hour.
2. Prepare the filling:
- In a bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice, sugars, spices, and flour/cornstarch.
3. Assemble the pie:
- Roll out one dough disc and line a 9-inch pie plate.
- Fill with apple mixture and dot with butter.
- Roll out second disc and place over top. Trim, crimp edges, and cut vents.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sugar (optional).
4. Bake:
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
- Reduce to 375°F (190°C) and bake another 35–45 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Cool at least 2 hours before serving.
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