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Apple Pie Recipe
Apple pie recipe is a classic Western dessert made with a buttery pastry crust and a sweet apple filling flavoured with cinnamon. This apple pie recipe is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, afternoon tea, and anyone looking for a comforting homemade dessert.
Ingredients
(Serves 6-8 people)
Pie Crust
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 225 g cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 6-8 tbsp ice water
Pie Filling
- 6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp butter
For the Top
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp sugar
The Story Apple pie
Apple pie recipe has been bringing families together for generations.
Long before modern bakeries and dessert cafés, home cooks were turning simple apples, flour, butter, and spices into something special. Across Europe and later in North America, apple pie became a symbol of comfort, sharing, and home baking.
Every family has its own version. Some prefer extra cinnamon. Others add more apples or a deeper golden crust. Yet the heart of the apple pie recipe remains unchanged.
A flaky crust. A warm filling. A dessert worth gathering around.
| Cuisine Category | Style | Time | Heat Level |
| American | Traditional Dessert / Family Baking | 1 hour 30 minutes | Sweet (warm cinnamon flavour) |
Method
1. Prepare the pastry
In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Rub in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water gradually until the dough comes together.
2. Chill the dough
Divide into two portions, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Prepare the filling
In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix gently.
4. Roll the base
Roll out one portion of dough and place it into a 9-inch pie dish.
5. Fill the pie
Spread the apple mixture evenly into the crust. Dot with butter.
6. Add the top crust
Roll out the second portion of dough and place it over the filling. Seal and crimp the edges. Cut a few slits on top.
7. Brush and bake
Brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
Bake at 190°C for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
8. Cool before serving
Allow the apple pie recipe to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm.
FAQ
What apples are best for apple pie recipe?
Firm apples such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or Pink Lady are ideal because they hold their shape during baking.
Can I make apple pie recipe ahead of time?
Yes. Apple pie can be baked a day in advance and stored at room temperature or refrigerated.
Can I freeze apple pie?
Yes. Apple pie freezes well either before or after baking.
Why is my apple pie filling watery?
Too much moisture from the apples or insufficient thickener can cause a watery filling.
Can I serve apple pie cold?
Yes. Apple pie tastes delicious both warm and cold.
How to Serve
This apple pie recipe stands beautifully on its own.
But it becomes even more special with:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh whipped cream
- A cup of tea or coffee
Nothing fancy. Nothing forced.
Just classic comfort.
Add a Sri Lankan Vibe
(Not part of the original recipe, just how we naturally adapt)
Add a pinch of cardamom powder to the filling
Mix a little kithul treacle into the apple mixture
Serve with a cup of Sri Lankan milk tea
The pie stays Western, but the table feels closer to home.
Different cultures. Same honest sweetness.
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