How to make church’s apple pie
Here is a recipe for making Church's Apple Pie:
Ingredients:
- 6-7 medium-sized apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
- 2 pre-made pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling on top)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well until all the apple slices are coated evenly. Set aside for 10-15 minutes to allow the apples to release some juice.
3. Roll out one of the pie crusts and line a 9-inch pie dish with it.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust, ensuring it is evenly spread and mound it slightly in the center. Dot the apples with butter pieces.
5. Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the apple filling. Trim off any excess crust hanging over the edges, leaving about ½ inch overhang. Fold the edges of both crusts together and crimp with your fingers or a fork to seal the pie.
6. Cut a few slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
7. Optional: Brush the top crust with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle some granulated sugar over it to create a golden, crunchy top.
8. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any overflow during baking and place it in the preheated oven.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
10. Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
11. Serve slices of Church's Apple Pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Enjoy your delicious Church's Apple Pie!
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make Church's apple pie:
Step 1: Preparing the Pie Crust
- In a large bowl, combine 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Cut 1 cup of cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture.
- Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add about 6-8 tablespoons of ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, and wrap them in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the pie crust for at least 1 hour before using.
Step 2: Preparing the Apple Filling
- Peel, core, and slice about 6-8 medium-sized apples of your choice (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with ¾ cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix well until the apples are evenly coated with the sugar and spices. Set aside.
Step 3: Assembling and Baking the Pie
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Take one of the chilled pie crust disks out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust until it's about 12 inches in diameter.
- Carefully transfer the rolled crust to a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently against the bottom and sides of the dish.
- Pour the prepared apple filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Roll out the second pie crust disk in the same manner as the first.
- You can either place the second crust on top of the filling, cutting slits for ventilation, or create a lattice crust by cutting strips of dough and weaving them over the filling.
- Once finished, trim any excess dough from the edges and crimp them together to seal the pie.
- Lightly brush the top crust with milk or beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any spills and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 1 hour before serving.
Enjoy your homemade Church's apple pie!
To make Church's apple pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4-5 medium-sized apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
- 1 package prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Here's a step-by-step guide to making Church's apple pie:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss the ingredients together until the apples are evenly coated.
3. Roll out the bottom pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring that it covers the entire bottom and sides of the dish.
4. Spoon the apple mixture into the pie crust, making sure it is evenly distributed. Dot the top of the apples with the small pieces of butter.
5. Roll out the remaining pie crust and gently place it over the top of the apple filling. You can either leave it as a whole crust or create a lattice design by cutting the crust into strips and weaving them together. Press the edges of the crust together to seal.
6. Use a sharp knife to make a few slits on the top crust, which will allow steam to escape during baking.
7. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
8. Once done, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a while before serving. This will allow the filling to set.
Now you have made a delicious Church's apple pie! Enjoy it warm or at room temperature, and feel free to serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.