Apple pie that melts in your mouth! For 5 minutes of work! Apple pie recipe

 

Ingredients for the Crust:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (diced and chilled)
• 6-8 tablespoons ice water

Instructions for the Crust:

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.

2. Cut in the Butter:
   Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Incorporate Ice Water:
   Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix.

4. Form the Dough:
   Shape the dough into a ball, then divide it in half and flatten each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Ingredients for the Filling:

• 4-8 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch or flour

Instructions for the Filling:

1. Prepare the Apples:
   Place the sliced apples in a large bowl.

2. Add Sugar and Spices:
   Mix in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Stir well to coat the apples evenly.

3. Thicken the Filling:
   Sprinkle the apple mixture with cornstarch or flour and toss to combine. This will help thicken the juices released during baking.

Assembling the Pie:

1. Roll Out the Dough:
   On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Place it in a 9-inch pie dish and press gently onto the bottom and sides.

2. Add the Filling:
   Pour the apple filling into the crust and smooth it out evenly.

3. Top the Pie:
   Double Crust: Roll out the second disk of dough and place it over the apples. Seal and cut vents in the top.
   Lattice Crust: Cut the second disk into strips, weave them over the filling, and seal the edges.
   Streusel Topping: Mix flour, sugar, and butter to make a crumbly mixture, then sprinkle it over the filling.

Baking Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Bake the Pie:
   Place the pie on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. Lower the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes.

Cooling and Serving:

1. Let it Rest:
   Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. This helps the filling set.

2. Serve:
   Enjoy warm or at room temperature, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Indulge in this classic apple pie recipe that’s simple yet incredibly delicious! Enjoy the memories it creates!