Recipe Card of Apple Pie by Grandma Ople
Indulge in the classic warmth of homemade charm with Grandma Ople's Apple Pie—a caramel-kissed lattice crust embracing a delicious medley of buttery, sweet apple slices, perfect for autumn nights and festive gatherings.
Ingredients list
- 8 small Granny Smith apples or as needed
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup white sugar
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 (9 inch) double-crust pie pastry thawed
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and slicing them thinly. Set aside, ready for pie magic.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until it forms a fragrant paste, about 1-2 minutes. Blend in both sugars along with water, stirring rigorously until you bring it to a gentle boil. Let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes, then take it off the heat.
- Lay a single pie pastry into the pie pan, ensuring it covers the base and sides neatly. Roll out the second pastry, making it larger with about half an inch extra hang over. Slice it into eight strips, each an inch wide.
- Begin assembling your pie by nestling apple slices snugly into the crust, forming a gentle hill. Place four pastry strips vertically, evenly space them across those fresh apple layers, using longer strips in the center and shorter towards the outer edges.
- Create a charming lattice pattern: Fold back the first and third strips completely. Lay one fresh strip across the remaining ones to begin weaving. Flip the first and third strips back to their starting spots.
- Continue: For the second and fourth strips, repeat the folding process carefully. Lay down another strip perpendicularly on top. Revert the previous back into place. Keep this gentle rhythm until all lattice strips are beautifully interwoven. Tuck excess dough along the edges using soft pinches.
- Gently cascade the butter-sugar blend over your stunning lattice, letting it seep tenderly into the apple filling. Apply the remainder evenly on top yet within your fitted frame.
- Pop your creation into the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Lower the oven's temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking until the apples become soft and the lattice glows golden, approximately 35 to 45 minutes.
- Allow the pie to cool until juices settle before slicing. Delight in your freshly baked apple pie masterpiece!
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Notes
This apple pie sings best when served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. For an added twist, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon on top just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 2gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 124mgFiber: 3g
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