Lattice Crust Apple Pie, an American Classic
Indulge in the timeless delight of a classic lattice crust apple pie with a homemade buttery yet flaky crust and a sweet, spiced apple filling. This dessert is perfect for any gathering, offering a comforting taste that appeals to all.
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Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2.5 cups Flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter
- 7 tbsp Bourbon
For the Filling
- 6 cups Royal Gala Apples
- .75 cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- .25 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- .25 tsp Ground Allspice
- .25 tsp Ground Cloves
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- Salt Just a pinch
For the Assembly
- 1 Egg Yolk for the egg wash
- Turbinado/Confectionery Sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
- In a food processor, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Pulse to mix.
- Gradually add cold butter, pulsing until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water (or vodka/bourbon; I used brandy because I had some leftovers from another recipe) one tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough begins to come together.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape it into disks, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Filling
- Toss the sliced apples with sugar, spices, and salt in a large pot. Let sit for 5 minutes to release the juices.
- Stir in cornstarch.
- Cook over medium-low heat until the juices thicken, resemble caramel, and the apples are tender but still slightly firm. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Assemble the Pie
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
- Roll out one disk into a 10-inch circle and fit it into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie pan. Trim excess dough, leaving a slight overhang.
- Pour the cooled apple filling into the crust.
- Roll out the second disk and cut it into 1-inch (2.5 cm) strips. Arrange the strips over the filling in a lattice pattern.
- Trim and tuck the edges, then crimp to seal.
- Brush the lattice with beaten egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar if desired.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- If the crust browns too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 2gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 51mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 3gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 794IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 2mg
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