Apple Pie

Instructions

For the Pie Crust:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

• • Make sure your butter is cold, and measure out the ice water. Keeping everything cold will help ensure a flaky crust.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

• • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.

3. Add Butter:

• • Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Add Water:

• • Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Form Dough:

• • Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

For the Apple Filling:

1. Preheat Oven:

• • Preheat your oven to 425°F.

2. Prepare Apples:

• • Peel, core, and slice the apples. Toss the apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.

3. Mix Filling:

• • In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch. Mix until the apples are evenly coated.

Assembling the Pie:

1. Roll Out the Dough:

• • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of pie dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Place it in the pie plate, trimming any excess dough from the edges.

2. Add Filling:

• • Pour the prepared apple filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.

3. Top with Second Crust:

• • Roll out the second disc of pie dough and place it over the filling. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal the pie.

4. Ventilation:

• • Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking. You can also create a decorative pattern if you like.

5. Bake:

• • Place the pie on a baking sheet (to catch any drips) and bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, and the filling is bubbly.

6. Cool:

• • Allow the pie to cool for a few hours before serving to allow the filling to set.