Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A timeless dessert with flaky, buttery crusts enclosing spiced apple filling, baked to a golden finish. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 115 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, salt, (2 sticks), cold unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.5 (8 ratings) Prep: 60 min Cook: 55 min Serves 8 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: For crust: Pulse 2 1/2 cups flour and 1 tsp salt in a food processor. Add 1 cup cold butter and pulse until crumbly. Gradually add 1/4 cup ice water until dough forms.
  2. Step 2: Divide dough into two balls, flatten into discs, wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: For filling: Toss 6 cups sliced apples with 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
  4. Step 4: Roll out one disc of dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Place dough in dish, trim edges.
  5. Step 5: Pour apple mixture into crust, dot with 1/4 cup butter cubes.
  6. Step 6: Roll out second disc, place over filling, trim, and crimp edges. Cut slits in top.
  7. Step 7: Bake at 375°F for 50-60 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie take to make?

Total time is about 115 minutes (60 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie?

American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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