SafePlates

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup (120ml) ice water
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt
• 6 cups (720g) apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons (16g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (3g) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon (12g) coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt.
2. Add 1 cup (225g) cold, cubed unsalted butter and cut it in with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add 1/2 cup (120ml) ice water, mixing just until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
5. In a large bowl, toss 6 cups (720g) sliced apples with 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons (16g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon (3g) ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice. Set aside.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to fit a 9-inch (23cm) pie pan. Place the dough in the pan and trim the edges.
7. Fill the crust with the apple mixture, spreading it evenly.
8. Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the apples. Trim, seal, and crimp the edges. Cut a few small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
9. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon (12g) coarse sugar if desired.
10. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
11. Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Tip

For extra flavor, use a mix of sweet and tart apples, and serve the pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.