Classic Homemade Apple Pie - Flaky Crust and Cozy Spiced Filling
There’s something comforting about a slice of fresh apple pie cooling on the counter. It feels familiar, warm, and welcoming—like a good conversation at the kitchen table. This classic version keeps things simple: a buttery, flaky crust and a softly spiced apple filling that isn’t too sweet.
Ingredients
- For the crust (double crust): 2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
- For the filling: 6–7 medium apples (about 2 1/2 pounds), a mix of tart and sweet (e.g., Granny Smith + Honeycrisp or Braeburn)
- ⅔ cup (135 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional but brightens flavor)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- For the crust (double crust): 2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
- For the filling: 6–7 medium apples (about 2 1/2 pounds), a mix of tart and sweet (e.g., Granny Smith + Honeycrisp or Braeburn)
- 2/3 cup (135 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional but brightens flavor)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon