Description
This Easy Holiday Apple Pie recipe is a delightful and classic dessert perfect for festive occasions. Featuring a sweet, spiced apple filling enveloped in a flaky store-bought pie crust with a beautiful homemade lattice top, this pie strikes a perfect balance between traditional warmth and convenient preparation. The blend of brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extracts creates a comforting and aromatic filling that will satisfy any holiday craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 5 Apples (thinly sliced, about 1/4 inch)
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
Pie Crust and Topping
- 1 package Store-Bought Pie Crust (contains two rolls)
- 1 Egg (for egg wash)
- Water (a splash, for egg wash)
- Extra Sugar (for garnish on top of crust)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pie evenly.
- Prepare Apples: Thinly slice the apples into approximately 1/4 inch slices and place them in a large mixing bowl to start building the filling.
- Mix Filling Ingredients: Add the brown sugar, sugar, flour, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the sliced apples. Stir all the ingredients together until the apples are evenly coated with the mixture. Set this bowl aside.
- Prepare Pie Crust Base: Roll out one of the pie crusts and gently lay it inside your pie dish, pressing down to cover the bottom evenly and prepare the base for the filling.
- Add Apple Filling: Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust-lined dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Roll and Cut Top Crust: Roll out the second pie crust and cut it into 1 inch wide strips, which will be used to create the lattice top.
- Create Lattice Top: Lay four strips on top of the apples spaced about an inch apart. Fold two of these strips back over each other, then lay two strips horizontally across the unfolded strips. Fold the vertical strips back over, then repeat this weaving pattern with the remaining strips until you form a complete lattice crust over the pie.
- Seal Edges: Fold over the edges of the pie crust to lock all the lattice strips into place, creating a well-sealed crust edge.
- Prepare Egg Wash: Crack the egg into a small bowl and mix it with a small splash of water. Use a brush to evenly coat the top lattice crust with the egg wash, giving it a golden shine when baked.
- Add Sugar Garnish: Sprinkle a little extra sugar over the egg-washed crust to add sparkle and a hint of sweetness to the topping.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes. Monitor the crust closely; if it starts browning too quickly, cover the top with foil to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing and enjoying. This resting time helps the filling set and enhances flavor.
Notes
- If your apples are very tart, you can increase the sugar slightly to balance flavor.
- Using a mix of apple varieties, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp, can add complexity to the pie’s taste and texture.
- Ensure the pie crust is thawed before rolling to prevent cracking.
- Egg wash adds a glossy finish and helps the sugar adhere to the crust.
- Cover pie edges with foil halfway through baking if they brown too fast to prevent burning.
- Allow the pie to cool at least 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner pieces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: holiday apple pie, easy apple pie recipe, lattice crust pie, spiced apple pie, classic dessert
