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Best Recipe for Apple Pie

Best Recipe for Apple Pie

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If you’re in search of a comforting dessert that evokes feelings of warmth and nostalgia, this Best Recipe for Apple Pie is your answer. This delightful pie combines the perfect balance of sweet and tart apples, enveloped in a flaky double crust that is sure to impress at any gathering or cozy night in. The aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes will have everyone eagerly anticipating a slice. With easy steps and simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering pie that showcases the best flavors of fall.

Ingredients

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  • Double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 5 pounds mixed apples (like Granny Smith and Gala)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 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 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing on pie)
  • 1 tablespoon raw sugar (for topping pie)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a skillet, combine lemon zest and juice with sliced apples, sugars, flour, and spices.
  3. Cook over medium heat until apples are tender but not mushy.
  4. Cool the filling before adding it to your rolled-out pie crust.
  5. Top with another crust, crimp edges, and vent.
  6. Chill the assembled pie for 20–30 minutes before baking.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes at high heat, then lower temperature and continue baking until golden brown.

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