Traditional Apple Pie W/Grandma's Crust Recipe

Name: Traditional Apple Pie W/Grandma's Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups jonagold apples, peeled, cored and sliced (5-6 apples); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; ½ cup sugar; ¼ cup flour; ¼ cup brown sugar, packed; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 egg; ¼ teaspoon salt; 3 cups flour; 1 cup shortening; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 large egg, beaten; 5 tablespoons cold water; 1 teaspoon vinegar

Servings: persons

5 cups jonagold apples, peeled, cored and sliced (5-6 apples)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup sugar
¼ cup flour
¼ cup brown sugar, packed
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg
¼ teaspoon salt
3 cups flour
1 cup shortening
½ teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
5 tablespoons cold water
1 teaspoon vinegar

1
For crust: cut the 3c flour, shortening, and 1/2 tsp salt together until it resembles small peas.
2
Combine the egg, vinegar, and water and gradually add to flour mixture, stirring until moistened and soft dough forms.
3
Divide into 2 balls and refrigerate.
4
Can be frozen ahead of time.
5
Dough works best when it is cold.
6
Filling: In a large mixing bowl toss the apples with lemon juice.
7
Combine the sugar, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
8
Add the apples and toss until completely coated.
9
Put the filling in a pastry-lined pie pan (from one of the dough balls above), distributing small cubes of the butter over the top.
10
Roll out your other dough ball (use plenty of flour) and use a knife to cut into strips.
11
Place these on top in a lattice-style fashion.
12
To make the egg wash, whisk the egg and 1/4 tsp salt and brush over pie.
13
Cover with foil and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes, remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until crust is flaky and apples tender.

759

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups jonagold apples, peeled, cored and sliced (5-6 apples), 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ cup sugar, ¼ cup flour, and more.

Yes, Traditional Apple Pie W/Grandma's Crust 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.

Traditional Apple Pie W/Grandma's Crust

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