Classic Apple Pie Recipe Epicurious

Simplicity is usually preferable when preparing classic dishes. This recipe for apple pie embodies that notion. Without any additional bells and whistles, the traditional pairing of a flaky, buttery pie crust and soft apple slices is great as is (except maybe a scoop of vanilla ice cream). Along with pumpkin pie or pecan pie, depending on the occasion, it's a must-have dessert to finish off a Christmas feast, but it's also delicious any time of year as a cozy treat to go with coffee.  Classic Apple Pie Recipe | Epicurious

But the methods are what make the perfect apple pie recipe: You must keep your ingredients cold in order to create a flaky pie crust, so freeze the butter first before you begin. Once the dough is prepared, it should be chilled once more in the refrigerator before rolling it out and once the bottom crust has been put in a pie plate. Additionally, you should be cautious when choosing your apples. traditional apple pie recipe

The best apple kinds for pies are those that retain their shape when baking, such as Honeycrisps, Braeburns, and Golden Delicious, all of which are widely available and of high quality. (Although some recipes ask for precooking the apples, it is recommended to leave them raw and allow the fruit to cook in the pie itself; this will prevent the apple pie filling from becoming mushy and the bottom crust from becoming soggy.) Once you master these components, it's impossible to make this popular dessert incorrectly. Classic Apple Pie Recipe | Epicurious best american apple pie recipe

Ingredients

One 9-inch pie is produced.

split into 24 cups of all-purpose flour, with additional for rolling

split 114 teaspoons of salt

1 cup plus 112 teaspoons of divided granulated sugar

Unsalted butter divided into two sticks (16 tablespoons) and frozen for 15 minutes.

1 chilled tablespoon of apple cider vinegar

One big egg

100 ml of whole milk

312 pounds of Honeycrisp, Braeburn, Golden Delicious, or a combination of apples

1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder

14 teaspoon of nutmeg, ground

Lemon juice, two tablespoons

sugar, coarse, to sprinkle

Specialized gear:

pie pan, 9 inches

Step 1

Pulse 2 12 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 112 tablespoons sugar in a food processor bowl. For about 10 seconds, add the butter and pulse until pea-sized, gritty crumbs are visible. Add the vinegar and 1/4 cup of icy water while the machine is running, and process for 30 seconds or until the dough barely holds together. If the dough is very crumbly after being squeezed between your fingers, add more ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time (2 tablespoons maximum). Avoid overprocessing. Classic Apple Pie Recipe | Epicurious, honeycrisp apple pie recipes

Step 2

 Roll the dough into a rough ball and spread it out on a lightly dusted board. Once everything is combined, divide the mixture into two equal balls. Each ball should be flattened into a disc with edges that are smooth and without fractures. It should then be chilled for at least an hour (or up to overnight).

Step 3:

 Position one rack on the bottom rung of the oven and another in the center, and preheat the oven to 425°F. To heat, put a rimmed baking sheet on the lower rack.

Step 4

Roll one disc of dough into a 13-inch circular on a surface that has been lightly dusted with flour. Unroll the dough into the 9-inch pie pan after rolling it gently around the rolling pin. Lift the dough into the pan carefully and place it there. Using scissors, cut off the extra dough, leaving a 1-inch overhang, and place in the fridge. Roll out the second disc of dough to the same size as the first on a piece of parchment paper dusted with flour, and then chill both crusts for 30 minutes. american apple pie recipe - bbc

Step 5

 The egg and milk should be combined in a small bowl before being set aside. Apples should be peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch-thick wedges. In a large bowl, combine the apples with the 1/4 cup flour, 1/3 cup sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon. The apple mixture should be poured into the dough-lined pan, packing the apple slices as closely as you can.

Step 6

With the leftover egg and milk mixture, brush the rim. To reduce the amount of space between the apples and the crust, top with the second round of dough and press it over the apples. Trim the top crust to a 1-inch edge around the pan, then press the top and bottom crusts together. Put the top edge under the bottom edge and add any required decorations or crimps. Make five steam vents in the top crust. Pie should be chilled for 30 minutes to firm up the crimp. apple pie filling recipe

Step 7

Egg wash the top crust, then sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Step 8

Pie should be baked for 20 to 25 minutes, until the crust starts to become golden, on the preheated rimmed baking sheet. Adjust oven temperature to 350°F, rotate sheet, and place on middle rack. Bake for an additional 40 to 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the thickened juices are bubbling. To let the juices to set before slicing, cool on a rack for three to four hours. Classic Apple Pie Recipe | Epicurious, honeycrisp and granny smith apple pie

Prepare Ahead: The pie dough can be prepared up to 3 days ahead of time and chilled, or frozen for up to 3 months; defrost before using. The baked pie will last up to two days at room temperature if it is gently wrapped with aluminum foil.