Country-Style Apple Pie Recipe
There’s something magical about a warm, cinnamon-scented apple pie fresh from the oven. Country-Style Apple Pie takes you back to simpler times with its flaky crust and perfectly spiced filling. Let’s bake some nostalgia!
➡ Ingredients:
For the crust:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
6-8 tbsp ice water
For the filling:
6 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
3/4 cup sugar
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
➡ Instructions:
1. Make the crust: In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together. Divide into two disks, wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
2. Prepare the filling: Toss apple slices with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
4. Roll out one dough disk and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Add the apple filling and dot with butter cubes.
5. Roll out the second dough disk and place it on top. Seal and crimp edges. Cut slits on top for venting.
6. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cool before serving.
➡ Tips & Swap Ideas:
Apple Swap: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor.
Spice It Up: Add a pinch of cloves or allspice for deeper flavor.
Crust Tip: Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sugar on top for extra crunch.
Serving Idea: Serve with vanilla ice cream or sharp cheddar for a classic twist.
