A comforting warm pie with a buttery, flaky crust, sweet cinnamon-spiced apple filling, and a luscious glaze on top, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Servings 12servings
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Ingredients
Pie Crust
2piecespie crusts (store-bought or homemade)Store-bought or homemade crust is fine.
Apple Filling
4-5cupssliced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)Use a mix for enhanced flavor.
3/4cupsugarGranulated sugar can be replaced with brown sugar for a richer flavor.
2tablespoonslemon juice
1teaspooncinnamon
1/4teaspoonnutmeg
2tablespoonsflour
1/4teaspoonsalt
Glaze
1cuppowdered sugar
2tablespoonsmilkAdjust for desired consistency.
1teaspoonvanilla extract
Method
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Roll out one pie crust and fit it into the bottom of the sheet pan, ensuring it covers the corners and edges.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and salt. Mix well, then pour the apple mixture evenly over the crust in the pan.
Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the apple filling. Seal the edges by pinching them together, and consider cutting slits to allow steam to escape.
Baking
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Glazing
While the pie is cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze. Once the pie has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top before slicing and serving.
Ingredient substitutions: Replace the apples with pears or a mix of both for a unique twist. Optional variations: Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) to the apple filling for an extra crunch, or sprinkle a bit of rolled oats on the crust for additional texture. Store leftover pie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.