Easy Homemade Apple Pie With Store Bought Crust
Introduction
There's nothing quite like a warm slice of apple pie, but making one from scratch can be daunting. Fortunately, you can still enjoy the delicious taste of a homemade apple pie with a store-bought crust. This recipe is easy to follow and will have you enjoying a homemade apple pie in no time.
Ingredients
To make this easy homemade apple pie with a store-bought crust, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 store-bought pie crust
- 6 cups thinly sliced apples (about 6 medium apples)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create your delicious homemade apple pie:
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Prepare the apples
Peel and thinly slice your apples. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: Add the filling ingredients
Add the sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mixing bowl with the apples. Stir until the apples are coated with the mixture.
Step 4: Assemble the pie
Unroll the store-bought pie crust and place it in your pie dish. Fill the pie crust with the apple mixture. Dot the top of the apple mixture with small pieces of butter.
Step 5: Add the top crust
Unroll the second pie crust and place it over the top of the apple mixture. Trim the edges of the pie crust and press them together to seal the pie. Cut a few slits in the top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape.
Step 6: Bake the pie
Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow the pie to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion
This easy homemade apple pie with a store-bought crust is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's quick and easy to make, and the delicious taste will have your family and friends asking for more. Give it a try and enjoy!
