Make at home in 10 minutes: The book contains more than 16+ recipes, each recipe is beautifully arranged step by step, which you can cook very easily in just 10 minutes. by Pulok Md

Author:Pulok, Md
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-01-07T00:00:00+00:00

Making apple pie from scratch can be a delightful and rewarding process. Here's a detailed step-by-step guide on how to make apple pie like a pro:

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

All-Purpose Flour: 2 1/2 cups.

Unsalted Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks), cold and cut into small cubes. Granulated Sugar: 1 tablespoon.

Salt: 1 teaspoon.

Ice Water: 6-8 tablespoons.

For the Apple Filling:

Apples: 6-7 cups, a mix of tart and sweet varieties (e.g., Granny Smith and Honeycrisp).

Granulated Sugar: 3/4 cup.

Brown Sugar: 1/4 cup, packed.

Ground Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon.

Ground Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon.

Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon.

Cornstarch: 3 tablespoons.

For Finishing:

Egg: 1, beaten (for egg wash).

Granulated Sugar: 1-2 tablespoons (for sprinkling).

Equipment:

Food Processor: For making the pie crust.

Rolling Pin: For rolling out the dough.

9-inch Pie Dish: For baking the pie.

Paring Knife and Peeler: For preparing the apples.

Pastry Brush: For applying the egg wash.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Making the Pie Crust:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

Ensure that all ingredients, especially the butter, are cold. 2. Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Pulse a few times to mix.

3. Add Butter:

Add the cold, cubed butter to the food processor.

Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some larger pea-sized pieces.

4. Add Ice Water:

Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, while pulsing. Stop when the dough starts to come together. It should be moist but not overly wet.

5. Form Dough:

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gather it into a ball. Divide it in half, forming two discs.

Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Preparing the Apple Filling:

6. Peel and Slice Apples:

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.

Toss the apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning. 7. Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a large bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.

8. Toss Apples in Mixture:

Add the sliced apples to the sugar and spice mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Set aside to allow the juices to release. Assembling and Baking the Pie:

9. Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

10. Roll Out the Dough:

Roll out one disc of pie dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish.

11. Place Dough in Pie Dish:

Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges.

12. Add Apple Filling:

Spoon the prepared apple filling into the pie dish.

13. Roll Out and Cover with Second Disc:

Roll out the second disc of pie dough and place it over the apple filling.

Trim and crimp the edges to seal the pie.

14. Cut Ventilation Slits:

Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.

15. Brush with Egg Wash:

Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar for a golden, shiny finish.

16. Bake:

Place the pie on a baking sheet (to catch any drips) and bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, and the filling is bubbly.

17. Cool and Serve:

Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Serve slices with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired. Tips:

Keep all ingredients cold to achieve a flaky pie crust.

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