Homemade Apple Pie Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber.

Measure out 1 and 2/3 cups of flour and a pinch of salt into a large mixing bowl.

Cut cold butter into squares and add to the bowl.

Use hands to work the butter into the flour until sandy texture is achieved.

Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of ice water and mix with a knife until it holds together.

Knead the dough for about 30 seconds until smooth, then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Peel and thinly slice 5 to 6 medium-sized granny smith apples.

In a large bowl, combine sliced apples with 1/4 cup sugar, heaped teaspoon of cinnamon, and juice from half a lemon.

Mix the apple filling until well combined and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.

Roll out the pastry dough into two large discs.

Place one disc into a 9-inch pie dish and fill with the apple mixture.

Top with the second disc of pastry, seal the edges, and create a decorative edge.

Cut out leaves from leftover pastry and place on top, cutting slits for steam.

Coat with egg wash and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar.

Refrigerate the pie for about 30 minutes to prevent shrinkage.

Bake in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 40-50 minutes until golden brown.

Cool for an hour before serving with vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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