Best Apple Pie Recipe With Cinnamon Sugar Topping - Apple Pie Diaries

There's nothing quite like the smell of a freshly baked apple pie wafting through the house. It's a classic dessert that brings back so many memories, and I’m excited to share this delicious recipe with you. Follow along, and soon you'll have a beautiful pie cooling on your kitchen counter, just waiting to be sliced and enjoyed!

Best Ever Apple Pie

This apple pie is always a crowd-pleaser! The flaky crust combined with warm, spiced apples creates a heavenly dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Let’s dive into the details of how to make this scrumptious pie.

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
• 6 to 8 apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite baking apples), peeled and sliced
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the mixture forms a ball. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
3. Roll out half of the dough on a floured surface to fit your pie pan. Place the crust into the pie pan and add the sliced apples.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples, then dot with butter.
5. Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. Seal the edges and cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk. Brush the mixture over the crust.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the crust is golden brown.
8. Allow to cool for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy your homemade apple pie!

This Best Ever Apple Pie is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and relish in the compliments you’ll receive!