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    Granny Smith Apple Pie

    Feb 11, 2021 · 2 Comments

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    close up of apple pie with apple cutout on top. Golden crust. Sitting on marble counter next to whole and sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.
    close up of apple pie with apple cutout on top. Golden crust. Sitting on marble counter next to whole and sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.
    close up of apple pie with apple cutout on top. Golden crust. Sitting on marble counter next to whole and sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.
    close up of apple pie with apple cutout on top. Golden crust. Sitting on marble counter next to whole and sliced apples and cinnamon sticks.
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    If you don't have a favorite fall dessert or apple pie recipe you need one. This granny smith apple pie recipe is a keeper all year round. We'll show you how to make apple pie. This a simple apple pie recipe that anyone can make. No taking hours to soak your apples. The apple pie filling turns out perfectly.

    The combination of sweet and tart and flakey goodness is perfection. Just look at it!

    granny smith apples sliced up, pie with a golden pie crust

    For this simple apple pie recipe you can make your own pie crust (we love Stef's pie crust recipe) or buy a double pie crust if you want. We love the homemade crust and it's really quick to make!

    Granny Smith apple pies are best with a top crust. You can make them with fancy cutouts or just leave them plain. Isn't that little apple pie cutout adorable? If you have more than one pie on the counter it's an easy way to identify which one has the apple pie filling.

    granny smith apple pie with a golden pie crust, one slice missing. Counter surrounding pie has 2 cut apples, some nutmegs and cinnamon sticks and a metal tool for shredding the nutmeg.

    Make Granny Smith Apple Pie With A Meal!

    Turn this recipe into a whole meal. It pairs well with:

    • Main Dish: Dry Rub Turkey – Perfect way to cook a turkey!
    • Side Dish: Mashed Potatoes – I want to make these mashed potatoes with everything!
    • Salad: Italian Salad – This classic side dish is colorful and full of flavor!
    • Bread: Garlic French Bread – Make this with store bought french bread or french bread dough.
    • Drink: Spiked Apple Cider – Yum! This is the perfect adult cider.

    More Delicious Fall Desserts

    If you're making more than one dessert these pair well with the apple pie!

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    How To Choose Apple For A Simple Apple Pie Recipe

    Baking apples are often different than the apples you'd choose to eat. We love the Granny Smith apple pie because of the apple's tartness. They hold up well after baking, which is important. We love the Pippin apple for the same reason. It's firmness makes it perfect for baking. It's highly aromatic, rich flavor is just what you want in a pie.

    If you want something a little sweeter, try the Honeycrisp apple. It is extra crisp and holds up well after baking, too. I also love baking with the Golden Delicious apple. It's sweet and bakes well but will become a little softer than some other varieties when baked.

    close up of a simple apple pie recipe in a glass pie tin with a golden pie crust, slice missing

    Apple Pie Filling Ingredients:

    • Apples: We recommend Granny Smith or Pippin but see my list above for additional favorites. You can use a combination of apples as well.
    • Lemon: You'll need a little lemon juice to prevent the apples from turning brown. Fresh or bottled is fine.
    • Sugar: We use granulated sugar in this pie. If you prefer, you can use a combination of brown and white sugar.
    • Flour: Use a regular all-purpose flour.
    • Spices: Nutmeg and cinnamon are requirements for a good apple pie. Don't forget a dash of salt.
    • Butter: You'll just need a little butter but it makes a big difference.

    This apple pie recipe requires two pie crusts as well. Make you own or buy them.

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    Possible Granny Smith Apple Pie Variations

    • Carmel Apple Pie: Drizzle a little caramel over the finished pie. Yum!
    • Cinnamon Roll Pie Crust: Mix 1 cup of granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Spread 1 tablespoon of softened butter onto your rectangular shaped rolled out pie crust then distribute half your cinnamon and sugar on top (you'll do this for 2 pie crusts). Next, roll the dough into a log shape, Pinch the ends to seal it up then wrap in a plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour. Next, slice each log into ½”-thick rounds. Then flour the rolling surface and arrange the cinnamon roll rounds into a tight circle. Lightly flour and roll it out to a round pie crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
    • Cranberry Apple Pie: Omit come apple and add 2 cups of cranberries to your apple pie filling.
    • Cheddar Cheese Apple Pie: If you love cheese and apples try this cheddar crust with your apple pie filling.
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    How to Make Apple Pie Gluten Free

    I love a good gluten free flour mix as a substitute for all purpose flour. I usually Use Cup 4 Cup or King Arthur's brands of gluten free flour mix. Sometimes a dessert needs more than that to make the gluten free version work well. Try this gluten free pie crust recipe (or buy a gluten free crust) and substitute your gluten free flour for the flour in this recipe.

    How to Make Apple Pie Vegan/Dairy Free

    Use Stef's oil pie crust recipe. Then substitute your favorite butter alternative for the 2 tablespoons required in the apple pie filling recipe.

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    How to Make Granny Smith Apple Pie:

    Step 1: Peel, remove cores, and slice the apples.

    Step 2: When you learn how to make apple pie you'll learn this is an important step not to skip. Squeeze lemon juice over the apples and toss to prevent browning.

    how to make apple pie instruction images - apples sliced and mixed with sugar and cinnamon to make apple pie filling

    Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F. Prepare one unbaked pie crust by rolling and fitting it into a 9" pie plate.

    Step 4: It's time to make the apple pie filling! Add sugar, flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt to the apples and toss to combine well.

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    Step 5: Let's make the pie! Pour apple mixture into a prepared, unbaked pie crust.

    Step 6: Cut butter into small pieces and place over the top of the apple mixture.

    how to make apple pie instruction images - apple pie slices in pie crust, next image of pie crust and rolling pin rolling out top pie crust

    Step 7: Roll out second unbaked pie crust and center over the top of the pie. Seal top and bottom crusts together around the edges.

    Step 8: Sprinkle the top of the simple apple pie with additional sugar, if desired. Cut slits (or a cute shape) into the top of the pie to allow the steam to escape while cooking.

    how to make apple pie instruction images - Little red apple cookie cutter on top of rolled out pie crust. Then pie crust on top of pie uncooked.

    Step 9: Bake for 40-50 minutes, until the pie is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Protect the crusts of the pie with strips of aluminum foil to prevent them from over-browning.

    Step 10: Allow pie to cool completely before slicing.

    how to make apple pie instruction images - uncooked apple pie on counter near ingredients (cinnamon sticks, nugmeg, apple) displayed on counter as decoration.

    Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. We love Andrea's no churn vanilla bean ice cream.

    apple pie slice on white plate with vanilla ice cream scoop

    FAQ About Granny Smith Apple Pie

    How long can you store Granny Smith apple pie in the refrigerator?

    The FDA will tell you that it will last 3-4 days but for the best taste you'll want to eat it within 2 days.

    How long can you store homemade apple pie in the freezer?

    Once your pie is completely cool, double wrap in aluminum foil. Label then freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator.

    How do you make apple pie healthier?

    We're firm believers in just eating smaller portions rather than sacrificing taste. But if you must, use less sugar or a sugar substitute and omit the butter.

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    Granny Smith Apple Pie

    Classic apple pie with the perfect balance of tart apples and a sweet filling in a sugar-sprinkled crust.
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: apple pie recipe, granny smith apple pie
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 309kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 6 cups sliced apples - Granny Smith or Pippin
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½-3/4 cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • dash salt
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 2 unbaked pie crusts

    Instructions
     

    • Peel, remove cores, and slice the apples.
    • Preheat oven to 425°F. Prepare one unbaked pie crust by rolling and fitting it into a 9" pie plate.
    • Squeeze lemon juice over the apples and toss to prevent browning.
    • Add sugar, flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt to the apples and toss to combine well.
    • Pour apple mixture into a prepared, unbaked pie crust.
    • Cut butter into small pieces and place over the top of the apple mixture.
    • Roll out second unbaked pie crust and center over the top of the pie. Seal top and bottom crusts together around the edges.
    • Sprinkle the top of the pie with additional sugar, if desired. Cut slits (or a cute shape) into the top of the pie to allow the steam to escape while cooking.
    • Bake for 40-50 minutes, until the pie is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Protect the crusts of the pie with strips of aluminum foil to prevent them from over-browning.
    • Allow pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Mary says

      October 18, 2021 at 6:26 pm

      4 stars
      Very good and easy! I made my own homemade crust, I did use Macintosh apples although I do usually use Granny Smith, so we’ll see how it turns out.😊👍

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      • Andrea + Stef says

        November 01, 2021 at 10:40 pm

        Let us know how it turned out!

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