There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of homemade apple pie wafting through the kitchen. A classic dessert that brings back memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations, the apple pie is a timeless favorite. Today, I'm excited to share my top three best apple pie recipes that are sure to impress your friends and family.
Classic Apple Pie
This traditional recipe features a flaky, buttery crust paired with a sweet and tart apple filling. Get ready for a slice of nostalgia!
Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 6-8 tablespoons ice water
- 6-8 cups sliced apples (Granny Smith and Honey Crisp work well)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 egg yolk with 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Roll one disc on a floured surface to fit your pie pan. Place it in the pan. Roll the second disc for the top crust.
- In another bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Place the filling in the bottom crust, dot with butter, and cover with the top crust. Cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
- Brush the crust with the egg wash and sprinkle with a little sugar.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes. Lower the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35-45 minutes until apples are soft and the crust is golden brown.
Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie
This unique take on apple pie combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls with the classic dessert we all know and love!
Ingredients:
- 1 can of refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 6 cups of sliced apples
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix sliced apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch to create the filling.
- In a pie dish, roll out the cinnamon rolls to cover the bottom. Add the apple mixture over the top.
- Cover with additional rolled-out cinnamon rolls; bake for about 30-35 minutes until the rolls are golden and the filling is bubbly.
Caramel Apple Pie
If you're a fan of caramel, this recipe takes apple pie to the next level with luscious caramel drizzled on top!
Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 6-8 cups sliced apples
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons flour
Instructions:
- Prepare the crust as in the classic recipe above.
- Mix the sliced apples with sugar, flour, and lemon juice. Pour into the prepared crust.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples. Cover with top crust, seal, and cut slits.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then lower to 350°F (175°C) for 35-45 minutes.
- Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream and an extra drizzle of caramel!
Whichever recipe you choose, these apple pies are sure to delight your taste buds and create lasting memories. Happy baking!
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