Description
A timeless dessert featuring a flaky crust and spiced apple filling, perfect for gatherings and creating memories.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for crust)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (very cold, sliced)
- 3 tablespoons sour cream (very cold)
- 1/2 cup ice-cold water (adjust as needed)
- 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 flour, sugar, and salt for the crust.
- 2. Add cold butter and cut into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3. Mix in sour cream and ice-cold water until dough just comes together. Divide into two portions, flatten into disks, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a large baking sheet to place in the oven.
- 5. Peel and slice apples, alternating thickness, then toss with flour, sugar, lemon juice and zest, and spices.
- 6. Roll out one disk of dough into a 12-inch circle and place in a pie dish. Fill with apple mixture, placing it higher in the center.
- 7. Roll out the second dough disk, cover the pie, trim excess, and crimp edges. Brush with egg wash and cut vents.
- 8. Bake at 425°F for 25 minutes, then reduce temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 35 minutes.
- 9. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.