Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie
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 layers all-purpose flour, salt, (2 sticks), cold unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks), cold unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 6 cups, peeled and sliced apples
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup, cut into small cubes unsalted butter
Instructions
- 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.
- Step 2: Divide dough into two balls, flatten into discs, wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
- 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.
- Step 4: Roll out one disc of dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Place dough in dish, trim edges.
- Step 5: Pour apple mixture into crust, dot with 1/4 cup butter cubes.
- Step 6: Roll out second disc, place over filling, trim, and crimp edges. Cut slits in top.
- 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 bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Baked Double-Crust Apple Pie?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My grandmother would have approved—crust golden, filling thick, and the aroma filled the whole house.
- ★★★★★
The double crust was flaky perfection and my kids begged for seconds! Made it for a potluck and everyone raved.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for fall, but the apples needed more spice. I added extra cinnamon next time and it was spot on.
