Adam'S 12-Inch Deep-Dish Apple Pie Recipe

Name: Adam'S 12-Inch Deep-Dish Apple Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust:; 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1 1/2 cups cold butter; 1 tablespoon cold butter; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup vodka, or as needed; 1/4 cup cold water, or as needed; Egg Wash:; 1 egg, beaten; Filling:; 4 pounds Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced; 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced; 1 cup white sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons apple pie spice (such as Penzeys(R)); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

Crust:
4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/2 cups cold butter
1 tablespoon cold butter
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vodka, or as needed
1/4 cup cold water, or as needed
Egg Wash:
1 egg, beaten
Filling:
4 pounds Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons apple pie spice (such as Penzeys(R))
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1
Adjust rack in oven to lower third. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2
Combine 3 cups flour, 1 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon cold butter, 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until coarse meal forms. Add remaining 1 cup flour; pulse to incorporate. Alternate adding vodka and water to flour mixture a tablespoon at a time, pulsing until dough forms into a ball.
3
Divide the dough in half and shape into balls. Roll out each ball to fit a 12-inch deep-dish pie plate. Place bottom crust in pie plate. Brush 1/2 of egg wash over bottom pie crust.
4
Bring 3 quarts water to a boil in a large stock pot. Remove from heat. Add apples and let stand 10 minutes; drain. Toss lemon juice and zest together with apples in a large bowl.
5
Combine 1 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, apple pie spice, and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
6
Place 1 layer of apples onto pie crust; sprinkle with some of the spice mixture. Repeat with remaining apples and spice mixture, reserving 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture for top crust. Cover apples with top pie crust; brush with remaining egg wash and sprinkle with remaining spice mixture.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes more.

1600

kcal

Calories

Fat

221

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust:, 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, 1 1/2 cups cold butter, 1 tablespoon cold butter, and more.

Yes, Adam'S 12-Inch Deep-Dish Apple Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Adam'S 12-Inch Deep-Dish Apple Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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