Classic Apple Pie with Allspice

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Delicious Apple pie

Ingredients:

Pie Crust:

  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice water

Apple Filling:

  • 6-7 medium apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp works well)
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for dotting on top)

Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water

Instructions:

1. Make the Pie Crust:

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
  4. Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

2. Prepare the Apple Filling:

  1. Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin slices (about ¼-inch thick).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Pie:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out one disc of dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the dough to the dish and trim the edges.
  3. Fill the crust with the prepared apple mixture, spreading it evenly.
  4. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter.
  5. Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the apples. You can create a lattice design or simply cover the pie and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  6. Trim and crimp the edges to seal the pie.

4. Bake the Pie:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk (or water) to make the egg wash. Brush this mixture over the top crust.
  2. Place the pie on a baking sheet (to catch any drips) and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  3. If the edges of the crust brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.

5. Cool and Serve:

  1. Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. This allows the filling to set.
  2. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat!

Why Allspice?

Allspice adds a warm, slightly sweet, and complex flavor to the pie, complementing the cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s a key ingredient that makes this apple pie truly special!

Enjoy your homemade Classic Apple Pie with Allspice—it’s perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or just a cozy dessert at home.

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