Easy Apple Pie Recipe With Ready Made Pastry
Introduction
Apple pie is a classic dessert that is loved by many. However, making an apple pie from scratch can be time-consuming and challenging. This is where using ready-made pastry comes in handy. In this article, we will show you how to make an easy apple pie using ready-made pastry.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 6-7 medium-sized apples
- 1 ready-made pie pastry crust (unbaked)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg white, beaten
Preparation
Follow these simple steps to make your easy apple pie:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- In a bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the sliced apples to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Place the ready-made pastry crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Add the coated apple slices to the pie dish.
- Dot the top of the apple slices with the small pieces of butter.
- Cover the pie with the second pastry crust.
- Trim the excess pastry from around the edges of the dish.
- Crimp the edges of the pie with a fork or your fingers.
- Cut a few slits in the top of the pie to allow steam to escape.
- Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg white.
- Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Variations
If you want to add some variety to your apple pie, try one of these variations:
- Add some raisins or dried cranberries to the apple mixture.
- Sprinkle some chopped nuts on top of the pie before baking.
- Add a crumb topping made with flour, sugar, and butter.
Conclusion
With this easy apple pie recipe using ready-made pastry, you can enjoy a delicious homemade dessert without all the fuss. Whether you serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, this pie is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
