Ingredient

Fruit Base

• 3 pounds apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (1.35kg)

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Dry Mix (Sweetness + Thickener + Spice)

• 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)

• ½ cup all‑purpose flour (60g)

• 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Crust

• 1 (9‑inch) double‑crust pie dough, store‑bought or homemade

Finish

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced

• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Direction

Prep the Oven

• Preheat oven to 425°F.

Filling

1. Coat the Apples

• In a large mixing bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice.

• Add sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

• Stir until apples are evenly coated.

Bottom Crust

2. Roll the Dough

• On a lightly floured surface, roll one disc of pie dough into a 12–14 inch circle.

3. Line the Pie Dish

• Transfer dough to a 9-inch pie dish, letting excess hang over the edges.

• Pour the apple filling into the crust and spread evenly, slightly mounding the center.

• Dot the top with diced butter.

Add Top Crust

4. Roll the Second Dough

• Roll the second disc into an 11-inch circle (about ⅛-inch thick).

• Place over the filling for a solid top OR cut into strips/shapes for a lattice or decorative pattern.

5. Trim & Crimp

• Trim excess dough to leave about 1 inch around the edge.

• Tuck the excess under and crimp as desired.

• If using a solid top, cut steam vents into the crust.

6. Egg Wash

• Set the pie on a rimmed baking sheet.

• Brush the crust with beaten egg.

• Sprinkle with sugar if desired.

Bake the Pie

7. First Bake

• Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes.

8. Reduce Heat

• Lower oven temperature to 375°F.

• Continue baking 50 minutes to 1 hour, until the crust is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

9. Protect the Crust

• If browning too quickly, loosely cover the entire pie or just the edges with foil.

Cool Completely

10. Cool Down

• Let the pie cool on a wire rack for about 4 hours before slicing.

Nutrition -

(Per Serving)

Calories: 443kcal Carbohydrates: 76g Protein: 5g Fat: 15g Saturated Fat: 6g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g Monounsaturated Fat: 6g Trans Fat: 0.1g Cholesterol: 31mg Sodium: 185mg Potassium: 247mg Fiber: 6g Sugar: 43g Vitamin A: 215IU Vitamin C: 9mg Calcium: 28mg Iron: 2mg