The Best Apple Pie Recipe: A Simple, Indulgent Family Favorite
The BEST Apple Pie Recipe that is simple and delicious, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups sliced apples
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 package of pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Place one pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate and fill with the apple mixture.
- Dot with butter and cover with the second crust. Cut slits to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: apple pie, dessert, family recipe