Easy Foolproof Apple Pie – Perfect for the Holidays

This easy foolproof apple pie is made with tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked inside a perfectly golden, flaky crust. It’s simple, dependable, and always a crowd-pleaser, the kind of classic apple pie that belongs on every holiday table.

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There’s nothing quite like pulling a warm, bubbling homemade apple pie out of the oven, especially during the holidays. The flaky crust, the spiced apple filling, and that cozy aroma filling the farmhouse…it’s everything you want in a classic apple pie recipe.

This easy foolproof apple pie is made completely from scratch, comes together with simple ingredients, and always turns out beautifully. Whether you’re baking for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a cozy weekend dessert, this is the kind of pie everyone remembers.

Why I Love This Easy Apple Pie

• No complicated steps, perfect for beginners
• Uses pantry staple ingredients
• Warm spices + buttery crust = true old-fashioned flavor
• Reliable, fool proof, and holiday-ready
• Can be made with fresh apples or store-bought sliced apples in a pinch
• Can be made with a homemade pie crust or store bought

Equipment

• 9 inch Pie dish
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Knife
• Fork
• Pastry brush
• Small bowl
• Rolling pin

Homemade Apple Pie Ingredients

• 5 large apples peeled and sliced – Granny Smith works best but any apple will work in a pinch.
• 2 pie crust – If you need a delicious homemade pie crust recipe ours works perfectly with this apple pie.
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon allspice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
• 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)

How To Make Homemade Apple Pie

Prep

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Line your pie plate with the bottom crust and poke holes with a fork.

Make Apple Pie Filling

3. In a large mixing bowl add the sliced apple and coat with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Mix throughly so the apple slices are coated evenly.

4. To the bowl of apple slices add the sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, vanilla, and flour. Mix until all the apple slices are coated evenly in the sugar spice mixture.

Assemble Pie

5. Pour the apple pie filling into the pie crust. divide the 2 tablespoons of butter into small chunks and place ontop of the pie filling.

6. Drape the top pie crust over the pie. Trim the edges. Using a fork crimp the edges to close the two pie crust. Use a knife to cut 4 slits into the top pie crust to allow the pie to vent.

Brush Pie

7. In a small bowl add one egg yolk. (Do NOT add the egg white.) Add milk and whisk until thoroughly combined.

8. Using the pastry brush, brush the top pie crust with the egg yolk mixture.

Bake Pie

9. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes turn the oven down to 350°F. Bake for an additional 60 minutes or until the pie is golden brown and bubbling. When baking you may need to place a baking sheet under the pie to prevent it from dripping in the bottom of your oven. 

10. For best results allow the pie to cool minimum of 1 hour before serving. This will allow the pie to set properly so the filling does not run out when serving.

How to Store and Reheat Homemade Apple Pie

Storing your apple pie the right way helps keep that flaky crust and tender apple filling just as delicious as the day you made it. Whether you’re prepping ahead for the holidays or saving leftovers, here’s how to keep your pie fresh.

How to Store Apple Pie

At Room Temperature:
Homemade apple pie can sit out at room temperature for up to 2 days. Just cover it loosely with plastic wrap, foil, or an overturned bowl. This keeps the crust from drying out without trapping too much moisture.

In the Refrigerator:
If you need it to last longer, store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 additional days. Simply cover the pie with foil or plastic wrap. The crust may soften slightly, but it still tastes wonderful.

Freezer Storage:
Apple pie freezes beautifully! You have two options:

• Freeze Before Baking: Assemble the pie, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, then foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake straight from the freezer, just add 15–25 extra minutes of bake time.
• Freeze After Baking: Allow the baked pie to cool completely, wrap well, and freeze for up to 4 months. This is perfect for holiday prep.

How to Reheat Apple Pie

Individual Slices (Quickest):
Warm a slice in the microwave for 20–30 seconds. It won’t be as crisp as freshly baked, but still delicious.

Whole Pie:
To crisp the crust back up, reheat the pie in the oven at 300°F for 15–20 minutes. If reheating straight from frozen, leave it in the oven for 30–40 minutes.

Tip:
Avoid reheating in the oven at high temps, it can scorch the edges before the filling warms through.

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