Pixicook
LoginGet Started
    HomeRecipesPieDouble Apple Pie
    recipe image

    Double Apple Pie

    clock-icon245 minutes
    author-image
    Author
    Pixicook editorial team

    A rich and spiced double apple pie with a flaky crust, complemented by a lattice top and apple butter filling.

    Ingredients for Double Apple Pie

    units in
    USchevron
    units in
    USchevron
    serves
    8 peoplechevron
    serves
    8 peoplechevron

    All Purpose Flour

    cups

    Substitute chevron-down

    Kosher Salt

    teaspoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Unsalted Butter, cold, cubed

    cups

    Substitute chevron-down

    Vodka, mixed with ice water

    tablespoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Ice Water

    tablespoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

    0 lb

    Substitute chevron-down

    Granulated Sugar

    cups

    Substitute chevron-down

    Brown Sugar

    cups

    Substitute chevron-down

    Quick-Cooking Tapioca

    tablespoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Cinnamon

    teaspoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Nutmeg

    teaspoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Lemon Juice

    tablespoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Apple Butter

    tablespoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    Cream

    tablespoons

    Substitute chevron-down

    How to Make Double Apple Pie

    1. Prepare the Dough

    In a food processor, pulse together all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and cold cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

    2. Add Liquids to the Dough

    Mix vodka with ice water and gradually add it to the dough mixture in the food processor until it forms a cohesive dough.

    3. Chill the Dough

    Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least one hour.

    4. Pre-bake the Crust

    Roll out the larger disk of dough, line the pie plate, and chill in the fridge. Pre-bake with pie weights or dried beans at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, remove weights, and bake for another 5 minutes.

    5. Prepare the Filling

    Combine peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, quick-cooking tapioca, cinnamon, nutmeg, a pinch of kosher salt, lemon juice, and apple butter.

    6. Weave the Lattice and Bake

    Roll out the remaining dough and cut into strips. Weave the strips over the filling, brush with cream, sprinkle with sugar, and bake on a lined sheet at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, then reduce to 350 degrees and bake until done.

    7. Cool the Pie

    Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to set the filling before serving.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Chill Everything

    Ensure your butter, shortening, and even flour are chilled before starting. This prevents the fats from melting too early and ensures a flaky crust. Keep some ice water nearby to help keep the dough from becoming too warm and gluteny.

    Don't Overwork the Dough

    Mix just enough to bring the dough together. Over-mixing develops gluten, making the crust tough. Aim for pea-sized pieces of fat in the flour for a tender crust.

    Apple Selection

    Use a mix of tart and sweet apples, like Granny Smith with Honeycrisp or Braeburn, and slice them to a consistent 1/4-inch thickness for even cooking.

    Baking Temperature

    Start at a higher temperature to set the crust, then lower it to finish cooking through, ensuring a perfectly baked pie.

    Cool Completely

    Allow the pie to cool for at least a couple of hours before cutting, to let the filling set and prevent it from running out.


    Comments (0)

    Add your comment...

    Explore More Pie recipes

    Explore More Collections

    One-Pot Orzo with Snap Peas, Asparagus, and Basil

    Easter Brunch

    Chicken Katsu with Shredded Cabbage and Scallions

    Chicken Fried

    Dashi with Cod and Clams

    Mushroom Soup

    Broccoli Cheddar Delight Soup

    Vegetarian Winter