Description
A classic French apple pie with a flaky crust, tender spiced apples, and a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Combines Granny Smith or Gala apples, brown sugar, and warm spices for a timeless dessert.
Ingredients
2 pie crust disks
6 apples, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tbsp flour
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 egg, beaten for glaze
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Place 1 pie crust in a shallow dish
Sprinkle 1 tbsp flour over crust
Arrange apple slices in a slightly overlapping pattern
Dust with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and remaining 1 tbsp flour
Squeeze lemon juice over filling
Place second crust on top, seal edges with fork
Brush surface with beaten egg
Cut slits in top crust
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden
Notes
Use Granny Smith or Gala apples for best balance
Sealing the edges ensures juice stays inside
Flour in filling prevents soggy crust
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Recettes de Desserts Faciles et Gourmands
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg