Easy Apple Pie Recipe- Perfect For A Cozy Autumn Day

Over the weekend, I visited my Dad, and he had been picking apples off his tree all week long. We have been trying to remember what kind of tree he has that produces such delicious apples, and we've determined that the tree is probably a Minnesota State Fair variety from the University of Minnesota. The apples are delicious in baked goods, and this year's were exceptional.

As soon as I got them back, I handed out a few bags to co-workers and friends that I knew would appreciate having fresh apples to bake with. I also kept some, of course, and baked apple pies with my Little from Big Brothers Big Sisters, Sophie, last night.

A NEW RECIPE

I tried a new recipe, and I think it turned out really well. It cut down on the baking time of the pie, and I was able to eat a piece of fresh, hot apple pie last night, and it was still perfect for eating this morning. Sometimes you bake them, and have to wait to eat them because it takes time for the pie to set. Not this time! :-)

I hope you have a chance to get some fresh apples and try this recipe.

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THE CRUST

First of all, let's talk crust. I have to tell you, the most affordable, easy, and delicious crust to roll out comes out of a box. Pick up some Jiffy box pie crust. Each box has two crusts and costs just $1.00! You can't beat that.

Heat your oven to 350 degrees.

Spray a pie tin with Pam Baking spray and set aside.

Divide your pie dough into two balls. Roll out one ball big enough to fit the bottom of the pie tin. Once in place and pressed in, take a fork and perforate the crust all over the bottom as well as the sides of the tin.

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MAKING THE APPLE PIE FILLING

To make the filling, combine the following ingredients in a saucepan and stir over medium-high heat:

1 cup of brown sugar

1 cup of white sugar

1 tablespoon of cinnamon

2 tablespoons of butter

1/4 cup of water

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons flour,

BRING TO A BOIL

Heat until boiling and the mixture thickens.

Once thick, add your apple slices (2 -3 cups, I think; honestly, I didn't measure!) I then continued to boil til it thickened again.

DESIGN YOUR WAY

Now it's up to you how you want to cover the pie. You can roll out your second pie crust and either cut it into strips for a lattice design or simply place the rolled-out dough completely over the pie mixture, and use a fork or knife to make designs in it. Bake for 60 minutes. Let it cool and enjoy a little taste of fall.

USE FRESH FALL APPLES IF YOU CAN

There’s just something special about fall baking, especially when it starts with apples picked right from the tree. Whether you’re sharing with family, friends, or a Little like Sophie, a homemade pie has a way of bringing people together. I hope you get the chance to enjoy some fresh apples this season and maybe even try this recipe for yourself; you might just find it becomes a new fall tradition in your own kitchen.

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