Aromatic apple pie
Apple Pie Recipe
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Apple pie is a classic dessert that combines the sweet and tart flavors of apples with a flaky and crispy crust. This apple pie recipe is perfect for any season, offering a delicious taste that melts in your mouth, and is loved by the whole family, including kids. I will guide you step by step in making this simple and tempting dessert.
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 250 g flour
- 125 g butter (at room temperature)
- 70 g powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons of cold water
For the filling:
- 4-5 large apples (Granny Smith or Golden Delicious)
- 100 g sugar (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2-3 tablespoons cornstarch (to thicken the filling)
For decoration:
- Powdered sugar (for sprinkling on top)
- 1 teaspoon of butter to grease the pan
Preparation method:
1. Making the crust: In a large bowl, combine the flour with the salt and powdered sugar. Add the diced butter and rub it with your fingers until the mixture resembles wet sand. This step ensures a flaky crust. Incorporate the beaten egg and gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. Form a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Preparing the filling: Meanwhile, wash the apples and peel them. Slice them thinly. Place the apple slices in a bowl and add the sugar, cinnamon (if using), and lemon juice. Mix well to combine the flavors. Let them sit for 15-20 minutes to release their juices.
3. Preheating the oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
4. Assembling the pie: Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface until you have a thin sheet, about 0.5 cm thick. Place the dough sheet in a greased pan, leaving some overhang at the edges. Pour the apple filling and spread it evenly. Cover with another sheet of dough or, if you prefer, braid strips of dough for a rustic look. Seal the edges.
5. Baking: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy. If you notice the edges browning too quickly, cover them with a strip of aluminum foil.
6. Serving: Let the pie cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for an attractive look. Serve the pie warm, alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for a delicious contrast.
Practical tips:
- Choose firm apples that are not too soft to avoid a soggy filling.
- You can experiment with different types of apples to achieve a pie with varied flavors.
- If you want an extra flavor, add some chopped nuts or raisins to the filling.
Possible variations:
- Try adding a teaspoon of freshly grated ginger to the apple filling for a spicier taste.
- Instead of cornstarch, you can use oat flour to thicken the filling and add a nutritional touch.
This simple apple pie recipe will surely become a family and friends' favorite. Enjoy every bite and the flavors that will take you back to beautiful moments spent around the table!
We boil the apples and margarine until the juice evaporates, sprinkle with sugar, mix, and let cool. While it cools, we prepare the dough for the pie: we knead the flour with margarine, sugar, egg yolks, sour cream in which we mix a teaspoon of baking soda, lemon juice and zest, cinnamon, and vanilla sugar. We put half of the dough in the tray, cover with the cooled apples and the rest of the dough. We prick the dough with a fork, brush with egg white, and bake. After cooling, we sprinkle with powdered sugar. After cooling, sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy the apple pie!
Ingredients: Ingredients for apple filling: 1 kg sliced apples, 1 tablespoon margarine, 2-3 tablespoons sugar. Ingredients for the pie dough: 60 dkg flour, 25 dkg margarine, 3 egg yolks, 1 dl sour cream, 1 teaspoon baking soda, zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 packet vanilla sugar, egg white, powdered sugar.
