Best 4 Fresh Apple Pie Recipes

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Are you searching for the perfect way to transform your fresh, seasonal apples into a delectable apple pie that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will take you through the process of selecting the ideal apples, gathering the necessary ingredients, and crafting a flaky, golden-brown crust that will perfectly complement the sweet and tangy filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with all the essential knowledge and expert tips to create an unforgettable fresh apple pie that will leave your friends and family begging for seconds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH APPLE PIE BARS



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This is my Grandma Anderson's famous Apple Bar Recipe. My father's favorite! He even has me make them when I visit and freezes them to eat through out the year!

Provided by MeShell

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 big bars, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup Crisco
1 egg yolk
2/3 cup milk
1 egg white
4 -5 cups apples, sliced
2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup sugar
2 -3 tablespoons hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix the first 4 ingredients for the crust, as you would for pie crust.
  • Beat egg yolk in glass measuring cup, add the milk into the cup.
  • Pour milk and egg mixture into the other crust ingredients.
  • Mix well.
  • Roll out 1/2 of the dough.
  • Pat into bottom of a 9x13 pan.
  • For the filling slice the apples leaving the skin on.
  • Place in a big mixing bowl.
  • Sprinkle with sugar, flour and cinnamon.
  • Mix until well coated.
  • Pour evenly over bottom crust in pan.
  • Roll out top crust and place on top of apples.
  • Beat egg white and brush on top of crust.
  • Cut slits in top crust for steam to escape.
  • Place baking pan under your 9x13 pan, so you don't get a mess in the oven.
  • Put into the 350 degree oven for 1 hour.
  • Take out of oven when golden brown and while still warm mix together the sugar and hot water(1 tablespoons at a time) until thick but not too thin for the topping.
  • Drizzle over the top of the bars.

FRESH APPLE PIE



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There's nothing better than the smell of the fresh apple pie baking in the oven. It signifies the start of cozy fall days, and it's the ultimate dessert to kick off the season. This recipe uses Betty's pie crust mix so you can skip chilling your pastry dough and get right to the baking part-meaning less time waiting around for pie and more time eating it! Apple pie is best served warm with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package Betty Crocker™ pie crust mix
1/3 cup cold water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
5 cups thinly sliced peeled apples (3 large)
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Milk
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Make pie crust mix as directed for 9-Inch Two-Crust Pie, using 1/3 cup cold water--except trim overhanging edge of bottom pastry 1 inch from rim of plate.
  • Stir together 1/2 cup sugar, the flour, cinnamon and nutmeg in large bowl. Add apples; toss. Spoon into pastry-lined pie plate. Dot with butter.
  • Roll remaining pastry; cut into 10 strips, each about 1/2 inch wide. Place 5 strips across filling in pie plate. Weave a cross-strip through by first folding back every other strip of the first 5 strips. Continue weaving, folding back alternate strips before adding each cross-strip, until lattice is complete. Trim ends. Fold trimmed edge of bottom crust over ends of strips, building up a high edge. Seal and flute. Brush lightly with milk; sprinkle lightly with additional sugar.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until crust is golden brown and juice is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg

FRESH APPLE PIE...



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Both me & me late mother love fresh apple pie. We made this together every Thanksgiving.

Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare

Categories     Pies

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg pie crust mix
1/3 c water, cold
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon, ground
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
5 c apples, granny smith, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp butter
milk
sugar

Steps:

  • 1. heat oven to 425F. Make pie crust mix as directed to 9-inch tow pie crust. Using 1/3 cup water.
  • 2. Stir together the flour,sugar, cinnamon & nutmeg in large bowl. Add in the apples, toss to mix well. Place into pastry line pie pan. Dot with the butter.
  • 3. Roll the remaining pie crust. Cut into about 10 strips about 1/2 inch wide. Then place five strips 1 way & wave the other 5 in between the first 5. Fold Trim over the bottom of pie & make high edges with your fingers. Seal & flute. Brush lightly with milk & sprinkle with additional sugar.
  • 4. Bake 30to 35 minutes or until crust is golden brown & juice is all bubbly.

FRESH APPLE PIE FILLING



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I found this recipe at an apple orchard YEARS ago. Don.t even think its like the pie filling in the CAN. I am going to try peaches this year. Colorado peaches THE BEST. My grand kids expect this as part of their Christmas present every year, along with a couple of QRTs of canned peaches.

Provided by Suzanne Siem

Categories     Pies

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 1/2 c sugar
3 tsp ground cinnamon (i use a little bit more for my taste)
1 tsp salt
3/4 c corn starch
1/2 tsp nutmeg
10 c water
1/4 c fresh lemon juice
3 Tbsp fruit fresh
6-8 cleaned quart canning jars, lids and screw tops

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients in a kettle to accomodate the amount of water. You will need to know how to process this recipe in a hot water bath.
  • 2. Cook on medium until thickened. To a consistency of gravy. (Like pudding before it sets) Add your lemon juice and fruit fresh ingredients. Stir until all combined. I combine the two before adding to the filling mixture. By tasting the room temp filling you will be able to add more spices to suite your taste. For my family we cant get enough cinnamon. If not sweet enough add a little more sugar. I have not tried this recipe with artificial sweetner. I guess if i were to try any it would be part Splenda or would even try some organic raw Agave sweetner.For someone that is trying this the first time, I would stick with regular sugar. I also highly recommend using a high quality of cinnamon. My favorite is SAIGON CINNAMON Brand Gourmet collection. Much richer. You get what you pay for.
  • 3. Peel and slice your apples. Harlsons are the BEST. but I know in FL. They do not have that variety Granny Smiths are your next option. I would have approx 3-4 pounds available. Have approx 6-8 quart jars cleaned.along with new lids and screw tops. Fill jars 1.5 inches from the top. Add the prepared filling. Tap bottom of jar on a soft surface to make sure air pockets are removed. Not necessary, but I am fussy when it comes to canning. Screw lid and top on tight.
  • 4. Process these jars in a hot water bath for 20-25 min. Set the jars out and listen for the seal.This will keep for at least 6 months if not longer. Store in a cool environment. When it comes time to make your pie. You can be real lazy and roll out a doubl crust. like the refridgerated pillsbury brand. You dont have to bake for an hour. I typically par bake my bottom crust add the filling and bake for another 30 35 min,until the filling starts to bubble. This may sound like a lot of work, but once you make it one time. You will appreciate it. You can make this in a cobbler, or any other recipe asking for fresh apples. turnovers are great. Use your imagination. GOOD LUCK.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, tart apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn are great choices for apple pies because they hold their shape well and have a good balance of sweetness and acidity.
  • Peel and core the apples evenly: This will help them cook evenly in the pie.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the apples: This will help prevent them from browning.
  • Toss the apples with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg: This will help flavor the apples and prevent them from becoming too tart.
  • Use a deep-dish pie plate: This will help prevent the pie from overflowing.
  • Don't overfill the pie plate: Leave about 1 inch of space at the top of the pie plate so the filling doesn't bubble over.
  • Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes: This will help create a golden brown crust.
  • Reduce the temperature and continue baking: This will help the filling cook through without burning the crust.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving: This will help the filling set and the crust to firm up.

Conclusion:

Apple pie is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, sweet and tart filling, and warm spices, apple pie is sure to please everyone at your table. Follow these tips to make the best apple pie you've ever had.

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