"Criss-Cross Classic Apple Pie"

Criss-Cross Apple Pie

"Criss-Cross Classic Apple Pie"

Golden lattice crust. Cinnamon-kissed apples. Fall in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Pie Crust (Double Crust):

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed

• 6–8 tbsp ice water

For the Apple Filling:

• 6–7 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)

• 3/4 cup sugar

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Assembly:

• 1 egg (beaten) + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)

• Coarse sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Pie Dough

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.

2. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

3. Slowly drizzle in ice water, mixing just until dough holds together.

4. Divide dough into 2 discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.

Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling

1. In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, both sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla.

2. Toss well and let sit 15–20 minutes to draw out juices.

Step 3: Assemble the Pie

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Roll out one dough disc on a floured surface and line a 9-inch pie dish.

3. Add the apple filling and dot with a few cubes of butter if desired.

4. Roll out the second dough disc and cut into 1-inch strips. Lay over the pie in a lattice pattern.

5. Brush crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Step 4: Bake

1. Place pie on a baking sheet to catch drips.

2. Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F, then reduce heat to 350°F and bake another 35–45 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.

3. Let cool at least 2 hours before slicing.