How to Make A Classic Homemade Apple Pie Recipe

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Learn how to make a classic homemade apple pie from scratch using your homemade apple pie filling. This classic dessert features a buttery, flaky crust, tender spiced apples, and cozy fall flavors that make it perfect for any occasion.

Nothing beats a warm, homemade apple pie fresh from the oven. Using your own homemade apple pie filling ensures that your apples are perfectly spiced, tender, and naturally sweetened, making it far superior to store-bought.

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Why Homemade Apple Pie is the Best

The buttery, flaky crust complements the sweet filling beautifully, creating that nostalgic flavor everyone loves. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving, a family gathering, or a cozy fall night, this classic apple pie recipe will make your home smell absolutely amazing.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this homemade apple pie:

How to Make Homemade Apple Pie Step-by-Step

Here are quick visual instructions for making a homemade apple pie step-by-step. Remember, the full instructions will be in the printable recipe card below.

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Line your pie pan with the bottom crust.
3. After lining the pie pan with crust, spoon in all of the apple pie filling so it sits just below the rim. If desired, dot the filling with butter for added richness.

4. Add the top crust (or make a lattice), then trim and crimp the edges.
5. Brush with egg wash and then sprinkle with sugar.

6. Bake for 35–45 minutes.
7. Cool for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

How to Make a Lattice-Top Crust

1. Roll out the top dough into a large circle.
2. Cut into strips about ½ to ¾ inch wide using a knife or pizza cutter.
3. Lay half the strips across the pie in one direction.
4. Fold back every other strip halfway.
5. Lay one new strip across the center in the opposite direction.
6. Unfold the folded strips, then fold back the others and repeat to weave the lattice.
7. Trim the edges and crimp to seal with the bottom crust.
8. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar before baking.

Storage & Reheating

Storage: Store leftover apple pie covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap to keep the crust from getting soggy.

Reheating: Warm slices in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 10–15 minutes, or in the microwave for 20–30 seconds if you’re in a hurry. Reheating in the oven helps keep the crust crisp and fresh.

Freezing: You can freeze your apple pie, baked or unbaked:

• Unbaked pie: Assemble the pie, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake straight from frozen, adding 15–20 minutes to the baking time.
• Baked pie: Let it cool completely, then wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes before serving.

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How to Make A Classic Homemade Apple Pie Recipe

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This classic homemade apple pie is a cozy, timeless dessert featuring a flaky, buttery crust and tender, cinnamon-spiced apples. Made with your own homemade apple pie filling, it’s naturally sweet, full of flavor, and perfect for fall, holidays, or any special occasion. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate treat!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Servings 8 servings

Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

• 9-inch Pie Dish
• Large Spoon
• Serving Spatula
• Cooling Rack

Ingredients

  

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• 1 Quart Homemade apple pie filling Store-bought or homemade is fine in a pinch.
• 1 double-crust pie dough
• 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon butter optional, to dot on top of filling
• 1 tablespoon sugar optional, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drips while baking.
• Roll out half of your pie dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim edges, leaving about ½ inch of overhang.
• Spoon your homemade apple pie filling into the prepared crust. Dot the top with butter for extra richness.
• Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. Trim, crimp, and seal the edges.
• Cut 4–5 small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape, or create a lattice crust for a decorative look.
• Brush the top crust with a beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water. Sprinkle sugar over the top if desired — it adds sparkle and crunch.
• Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35–45 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
• Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. This allows the filling to set and gives you clean, beautiful slices.

Notes

How to Make a Lattice Top Crust-Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Chill the top dough: Keep your rolled top crust chilled for at least 10–15 minutes so the strips hold their shape while you work.
2. Roll to size: Roll the top dough into a circle slightly larger than your pie (so you have some overhang to trim).
3. Trim the edges: Trim the dough so the outer edge is neat — you’ll have excess after weaving to crimp with the bottom crust.
4. Cut even strips: Using a sharp knife, pizza cutter, or pastry wheel, cut the top dough into even strips about ½–¾ inch wide. A ruler or the straight edge of a pastry board helps keep them consistent.
5. Lay the base strips: Place half of the strips across the filled pie horizontally, spaced evenly with small gaps between them. Leave the outer ends hanging over the rim.
6. Fold back alternating strips: Fold back every other horizontal strip halfway toward the edge of the pie (so they’re out of the way).
7. Add a vertical strip: Lay one strip vertically across the center of the pie where you folded strips back, pressing the ends gently into the overhang.
8. Unfold and repeat: Unfold the folded horizontal strips over the new vertical strip. Now fold back the opposite set of horizontal strips and place another vertical strip next to the first. Repeat this folding, placing, and unfolding process until the pie is covered in a woven lattice.
9. Adjust spacing & tuck ends: Shift strips slightly if needed so spacing looks even. Tuck and overlap strip ends into the bottom crust overhang.
10. Trim excess dough: Trim any excess strip ends so they’re flush with the bottom crust overhang.
11. Seal & crimp the edge: Press the top and bottom crusts together and crimp (flute) the edge to seal.
12. Finish & chill (optional): Brush the lattice with egg wash (1 beaten egg + 1 tbsp water) and sprinkle sugar if desired. Chill 10–15 minutes if the dough feels soft.
13. Vent & bake: If your lattice has small gaps, that’s your venting. Bake according to your pie recipe — typically start high (425°F/220°C) then lower (350°F/175°C) — until the crust is golden and filling bubbles.

Tips: work quickly and keep the dough cool to prevent it from stretching. Use a thin offset spatula to lift the strips. If any strips tear, patch them with small dough pieces and press gently. A lattice top not only looks stunning — it also helps the filling reduce and bubble without bursting the crust.

Tips for a Perfect Apple Pie

• Use a mix of apples: Combine tart and sweet varieties (like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji) for balanced flavor.
• Don’t overfill: Leave a little space so your filling doesn’t bubble over.
• Prevent soggy crust: Brush the bottom crust with egg white before adding filling or bake on a preheated sheet pan.
• Let it rest: Cooling fully ensures the filling sets and slices neatly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 52gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSugar: 26g

Keyword Apple Pie Recipe, Classic Apple Pie, Easy Apple Pie Recipe, Homemade Apple Pie Filling

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Making a classic apple pie from scratch is simpler than expected and very satisfying. With homemade apple pie filling, you’ll craft a dessert that’s perfectly spiced, naturally sweet, and bursting with flavor. Beginners, don’t worry about errors—they’re part of learning, and your pie will still taste wonderful. So, go ahead and give it a try!

Whether it’s for the holidays, a family dinner, or a weekend bake, this pie is sure to impress and bring everyone together. Don’t forget: letting your pie cool before slicing helps the filling set beautifully, and serving it with vanilla ice cream makes it simply irresistible.