Dutch Apple Pie
Dutch Apple Pie offers a delightful blend of tender apples, aromatic spices, and a perfectly flaky crust that evokes warm memories of family gatherings. This classic dessert combines simplicity with an explosion of flavor, making it a must-have for any occasion. Whether enjoyed warm with vanilla ice cream or cold for breakfast, its comforting essence brings joy to every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cubed)
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare your pie crust.
- Peel and slice apples into thin wedges. Toss with lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Let the apple mixture sit for 15 minutes to release juices.
- Roll out one pie crust and place it in your pie pan. Add apple filling evenly.
- Roll out the second crust, cover the filling, and cut slits for steam to escape.
- Brush the top with egg wash and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill your pie crust before rolling for easier handling. Consider adding raisins or nuts for added texture and flavor variations.