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Homemade Apple Pie Filling Recipe

Homemade Apple Pie Recipe: 5 Secrets to the Perfect Flaky Crust


  • Author: recipeinspire
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This classic Homemade Apple Pie features a flaky, buttery crust filled with tender, spiced apples. It’s the perfect comforting dessert for any season — warm, cozy, and truly timeless!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 6 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or mixed)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Step 1 – Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Step 2 – Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3 – Assemble the Pie: Roll out one pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Spoon the apple mixture into the crust, dot with small butter pieces.
  4. Step 4 – Add the Top Crust: Roll out the second crust and lay it over the filling. Trim excess, seal the edges, and cut a few slits for steam to escape. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  5. Step 5 – Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. Cover edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
  6. Step 6 – Cool and Serve: Allow to cool at least 2 hours before slicing to let the filling set. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

🍏 Tip: Mix tart and sweet apple varieties for the best flavor! Chill your pie dough before baking for a perfectly flaky crust.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Pie
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: apple pie, homemade apple pie, classic dessert, fall baking, thanksgiving pie