Classic American Apple Pie

• 2 9-inch Pie crust dough
• 6 cups Apples, peeled and sliced
• 0.75 cup Sugar

  Suggested swaps

  Honey · 3:4 ratio — Use ¾ cup honey per 1 cup sugar; reduce other liquids slightly

  Maple syrup · 3:4 ratio — Use ¾ cup per 1 cup sugar; adds distinctive flavor
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour

  Suggested swaps

  Almond flour · 1:1 ratio — Gluten-free; denser result; add extra binding agent

  Oat flour · 1:1 ratio — Blend rolled oats to make; slightly nuttier flavor
• 2 tbsp Butter

  Suggested swaps

  Coconut oil · 1:1 ratio — Works well in baking; adds slight coconut flavor

  Olive oil · 3:4 ratio — Use ¾ cup oil per 1 cup butter; best for savory dishes
• 1 egg Egg wash

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Mix sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour.
3. Roll out bottom pie crust and place in a 9-inch pie pan.
4. Fill with apple mixture and dot with butter pieces.
5. Roll out top crust and place over apples. Seal edges and cut vents.
6. Brush top with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
7. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F and bake 35 minutes more.
8. Cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve with ice cream!

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