Description
A timeless dessert featuring a warm, flaky crust filled with tender spiced apples, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for dough)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for dough)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (very cold, sliced)
- 3 tablespoons sour cream (very cold)
- 1/2 cup ice-cold water
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 3/4 cup sugar (for filling)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for filling)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 3 pounds apples (about 7 medium-sized, peeled and sliced)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon water
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Instructions
- 1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt for the dough.
- 2. Cut the very cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3. Add sour cream and cold water, mixing gently until the dough just begins to come together.
- 4. Divide the dough into two equal portions, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5. Preheat the oven to 425°F and place a baking sheet inside to preheat.
- 6. Peel and slice the apples, alternating between 1/3 inch and 1/4 inch thickness.
- 7. Toss sliced apples with flour, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and spices until well coated.
- 8. Roll one chilled dough half into a 12-inch circle and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- 9. Add the apple filling into the prepared crust.
- 10. Roll out the second dough half, cover the filling, and seal the edges.
- 11. Brush the top crust with an egg wash and create vents.
- 12. Bake at 425°F for 25 minutes, then reduce temperature to 375°F and bake for an additional 35 minutes.
- 13. Let the pie cool completely before serving.