Apple Pie à la Mode Recipe
Apple Pie a la mode is an American classic recipe that has been enjoyed by people around the world for generations. It’s not only delicious and comforting but also easy to make. This version has a homemade crust and a warm, sweet filling that’s wonderfully spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. To complete the recipe, top each slice of pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat. Serve it to your family or friends and enjoy the classic flavors of this timeless recipe!
Believe it or not, you can make a fresh apple pie at home. The key is to take the time to read the recipe and to have all of your items ready before you start.
Ingredients
There are two components to this recipe: the crust and the filling. Both are made with ingredients that you should be able to get at your local grocery store or Walmart.
Pie Crust Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Salt
- Vegetable shortening
Apple Pie Filling Ingredients
- Apples
- Sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Unsalted butter
How To Make Apple Pie
- Place the top oven rack in the center position and preheat the oven to 450°F.
- To prepare the pie crust, add flour, sugar, salt, and vegetable shortening to a large bowl and mix with a hand mixer. Gradually add ice-cold water until the dough comes together and forms a ball. Place in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a large bowl and toss gently to combine. (If you have apple pie spice, you can use that in place of the cinnamon and nutmeg.)
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it into 2 even sections. Roll out each piece of dough into a 10-11-inch diameter for a 9-inch pie.
- Line a 9-inch pie pan with one of the crusts. Transfer the apple filling to the pie crust.
- Roll out the remaining pie crust into a circle large enough to cover the top. You can get fancy here and cut a small-ish heart out of the middle to help steam escape. Lay the crust on top and crimp the two crusts together.
I recommend placing the prepared pie on top of a rimmed sheet pan, just in case the juices boil over while it is baking.
- Bake the pie as directed. Once it is finished, it should have a nice golden color. Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to create the à la Mode portion.
For more cozy, fruit-filled desserts, try Strawberry Almond Flour Cake for a naturally gluten-free treat, bake a warm Blueberry Coffee Cake for breakfast or dessert, or serve a bubbly Blackberry Cobbler that’s every bit as comforting as pie. Each one pairs beautifully with a scoop of ice cream – just like this apple pie à la mode.
Apple Pie a la Mode
Ingredients
Method
- Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 450°F.
- To prepare pie crust, add flour, sugar, salt, and vegetable shortening to a large bowl and mix with a hand mixer. Gradually add ice-cold water until the dough binds together and can form a ball. Place in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a large bowl and toss gently to combine.
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it into 2 even sections. Roll out each piece of dough into a 10-11 inch diameter for a 9-inch pie.
- Line a 9-inch pie pan with one of the crusts. Transfer the apple filling to the pie crust.
- Place top crust over the pie and crimp the edges together. Cut 4-5 vents into the top crust with a sharp knife and place a small piece of butter in each. Cover edges with foil or a pie crust protector to prevent over-browning.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 450°F. Reduce temperature to 350°F and continue baking for another 35-40 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving with some No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream, if desired. Enjoy!
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