Apple Pie

British
Published

February 7, 2026

Apple Pie is a classic Western dessert.

Serving Suggestions

This dessert is baked in the oven and is usually made in one large dish. Since the preparation takes a bit of time, it’s most commonly cooked as a single tray that serves around 3-4 people.

It also works well as party food — just place it on the table and let everyone help themselves.

Checklist

Main Ingredient

Main Ingredient Amount Comments Alternatives
Apples 1-2 medium For making the filling Preferably a mix of sweet and tart apples like Granny Smith and Fuji
Flour 100 g For making the pastry and sauce Preferably all-purpose flour
Butter 50-75 g For making the pastry and sauce -

Supporting Ingredient

Supporting Ingredient Amount Comments Alternatives
Cinnamon powder 0.5-1 tbsp For flavoring the filling -
Lemon 0.3 pcs For flavoring the filling -
Egg 0.3 pcs For brushing the pastry -

Seasoning

Seasoning Amount Comments Alternatives
Salt 0.5 tbsp For making pastry and sauce -
Caster sugar 25-50 g For making pastry and sauce -
Brown sugar (optional) 10 g For making the filling, adds a deeper flavor Can be substituted with same amount of caster sugar
Starch 1 tbsp For thickening the filling -

Cooking Tools

Cooking Tools Comments Alternatives
Saucepan For making the filling Small flat-bottomed pot
Baking dish For assembling and baking the pie -
Mixing bowl For making dough Large container
Dough board For rolling out the pastry -
Knife For cutting apples and crust lattices -
Food processor (optional) For making the pastry Can be substituted with a pastry cutter or two knives
Whisk For beating egg Chopsticks
Small bowl For beating egg -

Method

Fish pie follows the standard method of making a pie: prepare filling and topping separately, then assemble and bake.

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    prepare-dough([Prepare dough, 10-15 min]) --> chill-dough([Chill dough, 1 hour])
     prepare-apples([Prepare apples, 10-15 min]) --> marinate-apples([Marinate apples, 20-30 min]) 
     marinate-apples --> make-filling([Make filling, 5-10 min])
     chill-dough --> prepare-pie-crust([Prepare pie crust, 10 min])
    prepare-pie-crust --> assemble-pie([Assemble pie, 10 min])
     make-filling --> assemble-pie
     preheat-oven([Preheat oven, 5 min]) --> bake([Bake, 30-40 min])
     assemble-pie --> bake


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The estimated time is for serving 3-4 people. Total estimated time: 2-3 hours.

Preparation

Preparation Step Action Wait Until Tips
Prepare dough Mix flour, butter, salt and sugar - -
Blend in the food processor or use a pastry cutter Until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs -
Add iced water gradually and mix Just till the dough comes together Add gradually, do not add too much water
Chill dough Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate For at least 1 hour This helps relax the gluten and makes it easier to roll out
Prepare apples Wash, peel, cut into chunks or slices - Keep chunks similar size for even cooking
Marinate apples Toss apple chunks with lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon powder, sugar, and starch - -
Let the mixture sit to release juice For about 20-30 minutes This allows the flavors to meld and the starch to thicken the juices released by the apples
Prepare pie crust Split the dough into 60% and 40% portions - -
Roll out two doughs on a floured surface To about 0.5 cm thickness -
Cut the smaller portion into strips for lattice top - -
Preheat oven Preheat oven to 220°C Till 220°C -

Cooking

Cooking Step Action Wait Until Tips
Make filling Bring the juice released by the apples to a saucepan, then simmer until thickened For 3-5 min Low heat, not to burn
Pour the thickened juice back to the apple mixture, mix well - -
Chill the filling For about 10-15 minutes This is important so that the pie will not be soggy
Assemble pie Transfer the rolled dough to a baking dish, trim excess and crimp edges - -
Fill the pie crust with the apple mixture - -
Arrange the lattice strips on top of the filling - -
Bake Bake at 220°C For about 20 minutes -
Reduce heat to 180°C and continue baking For another 10-20 minutes The pie is done when the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling
Cool the pie For at least 30 minutes This allows the filling to set and makes it easier to slice
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