Apple Pie

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Originally proposed by Alice on Feb 18, 2026

An apple pie is a pie in which the principal filling is apples. It is often served with whipped cream, ice cream, custard or cheddar cheese. It is generally double-crusted, with pastry both above and below the filling; the upper crust may be solid or latticed. The bottom crust may be baked separately ("blind") to prevent it from getting soggy. Tarte Tatin is baked with the crust on top, but served with it on the bottom.

Source: Wikipedia (Apple pie)

A vented crust and thickened filling keep slices structured, not watery.

Classic double-crust apple pie.

Ingredients

1 double crust Pie Dough
6 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
2 medium Honeycrisp apples, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp light brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water, for egg wash

Method

Set a rack in the lower-middle position, heat oven to 425F, and place a sheet pan beneath to catch drips.
Toss apples with sugars, spices, and cornstarch; let sit 10 minutes, then cook briefly in a wide pan until juices thicken.
Line a 9-inch pie dish with the bottom crust and fill with warm apples, mounding slightly in the center.
Top with the second crust, trim and crimp, cut vents, and brush with egg wash.
Bake 20 minutes at 425F, then 35 to 45 minutes at 375F until juices bubble thickly; cool fully before slicing.

Why These Techniques Work

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Filling thickener

Why it works: Starch binds released fruit juices.

Why this recipe uses it: Prevents soggy crust and loose filling.

Temperature control before and during bake

Why it works: Consistent dough and oven temperature regulates steam release, set rate, and browning kinetics.

Why this recipe uses it: This recipe depends on crisp structure and even doneness rather than uneven browning.

Recipe facts

Cuisine: American
Type: Dessert
Difficulty: Medium
Total time: 90 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Tools: Chef's knife, Cutting board, Measuring cups and spoons, Oven, 9-inch pie dish, Rolling pin
Tags: Pie, Baking, Dessert

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