Easy Apple Pie Recipe with an Open Top

Apple pie is a classic American dessert that is loved by people of all ages. This easy recipe makes a delicious and flaky pie that is perfect for a family gathering or holiday party.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup ice water
• 4 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the butter and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the ice water and mix until the dough just comes together.
4. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
7. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges.
8. Pour the apple filling into the pie crust.
9. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and crimp to seal.
10. Brush the top of the pie with melted butter.
11. Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
12. Let the pie cool completely before slicing and serving.

FAQ

Q: Why do need to chill the dough before baking?

Chilling the dough helps to relax the gluten, which makes for a flaky crust.

Q: What can use instead of all-purpose flour?

You can use a gluten-free flour blend, such as Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Flour.

Q: What can use instead of butter?

You can use vegan butter or coconut oil.

Q: Can make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the pie up to 2 days ahead of time. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator.

Q: How do reheat the pie?

You can reheat the pie in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Flaky crust
• Perfect for a family gathering or holiday party

Tips

• For a crispier crust, bake the pie for a few minutes longer.
• For a sweeter pie, add more sugar to the filling.
• For a more flavorful pie, add spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves to the filling.
• Serve this pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or