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Best Recipe for Apple Pie

Best Recipe for Apple Pie
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If you’re in the mood for a dessert that wraps you in comfort, look no further than this Best Recipe for Apple Pie. This delightful treat transforms the classic apple pie into a flavor-packed experience with a perfect balance of sweet and tart apples, warm spices, and a flaky double crust. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a quiet night at home, the irresistible aroma wafting from your oven will have everyone flocking to the kitchen. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, both novice and experienced bakers can create this warm masterpiece from scratch and share it with loved ones.

Ingredients

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  • 1 homemade double pie crust (2 sheets)
  • 5 pounds mixed apples (like Granny Smith, Gala)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Juice from half a lemon (2 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing on pie)
  • 1 tablespoon raw sugar (for topping pie)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare your apples by peeling, coring, and slicing them thinly.
  3. In a skillet, combine sliced apples with sugars, flour, spices, lemon zest, and juice. Cook over medium heat until just tender.
  4. Cool the filling before assembling.
  5. Roll out one sheet of pie dough into a pie dish and fill it with the cooled apple mixture.
  6. Cover with the second sheet of dough; vent if using a full crust.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes at high heat, then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) for another 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow cooling before serving.

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