Only Apple Pie Warm Cozy (Printer-Friendly)
A warm apple pie featuring flaky crust, spiced apples, and a touch of citrus for a cozy dessert experience.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Pie Dough
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 sticks cold unsalted butter, cubed
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8 tablespoons ice water, or as needed
→ Filling
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2 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Topping
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1 egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 scoop vanilla ice cream
# Preparation Steps:
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In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt. Incorporate cubed butter using a fork until mixture resembles small peas. Gradually add ice water, mixing gently until dough just comes together. Form dough into a ball, wrap tightly, and refrigerate.
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Peel, core, and slice apples. In a bowl, combine sliced apples with sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until needed.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. On a floured surface, divide dough in half. Roll each half into a 9-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer one circle to a pie dish and trim edges if necessary.
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Pour prepared apple filling into the dough-lined dish and spread evenly. Cover with second dough circle. Trim excess dough and pinch edges to seal. Create a crimped border.
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Brush the pie crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar. Cut four slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
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Bake pie for 50 to 60 minutes until crust is golden brown and apples are tender. Remove from oven and let cool completely before slicing.
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Top each slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and serve warm.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Ensure dough is not overworked to maintain flakiness. Chilling dough before rolling prevents shrinking during baking.