Description
Get ready to wow your guests with an XXL Apple Pie, a delightful dessert that showcases the cozy flavors of fall. This massive pie serves up to 12 people, making it perfect for gatherings, holidays, or any special occasion. With its buttery flaky crust enveloping a warm, spiced apple filling, each slice is a comforting treat that brings everyone together. Customize the filling with your favorite apples and spices for a unique twist on this classic dish. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
- 10 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually to form dough. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Prepare the filling: Toss apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour in another bowl.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one dough disc into a circle and fit it into a pie pan. Fill with apple mixture and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second disc for the top crust; seal edges and cut slits for steam vents. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle coarse sugar on top.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes; reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake an additional 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg