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Recipe: Best Ever Apple Pie (and recipe for a double pie crust)

October 14, 2013 by Sandra 154 Comments


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Recipe: Best Ever Apple Pie & Double Pie Crust #MyMarianos #shop
Apple pie.

Every year we pay a visit to an apple orchard in Indiana and pick apples to bring home and use to create the most amazing apple pie. But this year, with everything that’s going on with David’s health, traveling far away from home to pick apples isn’t an option.

So instead, we did the next best thing. We headed to my favorite grocery store, Mariano’s, to pick fresh apples that ended up being perfect in our pie. Mariano’s actually has a huge assortment of apples to choose from, and finding the right ones to use for the pie was easy. I carefully selected the apples I needed for the recipe along with several more items on my grocery list. Then I looked through my purse for my Mariano’s rewards card and headed for the checkout lane.

Recipe for Apple Pie and Double Pie Crust #MyMarianos #shop

I always love shopping at Mariano’s because it’s more than just a grocery store. It’s an experience, and I can’t think of a better place to snag fresh apples (outside of an orchard) than Mariano’s. ๐Ÿ™‚

Double Pie Crust
With any pie, you need to have a great crust, and the recipe I’m sharing for a double pie crust (since you need a top & bottom crust for an apple pie) is delicious! This crust has just the right balance of crunch around the edges, softness on the bottom, and sweetness, since we’re using it for an apple pie.

This is my go-to crust.

Recipe: Double Pie Crust - Perfect for Pies, especially apple pies! #MyMarianos #shopHere’s the recipe:

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Double Pie Crust

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 cups flour
  • 2-1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 8 tablespoons vegetable shortening, well chilled (I put the shortening in the freezer for at least 15 to 20 minutes before using it in this recipe.)
  • 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, well chilled and cut into 1-inch pieces (I put the butter into the freezer for at least 15 to 20 minutes before using it in this recipe.)
  • 5 to 6 tablespoons ice water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and sea salt.
  2. Scatter the vegetable shortening over the flour mixture and using either two butter knives or your hands, incorporate the shortening. Afterwards, the mixture will resemble coarse sand.
  3. Scatter the butter over the coarse flour mixture using the same method you used with the vegetable shortening. (I actually used a combination of both methods for incorporating the butter.)
  4. Sprinkle ice water over the dough one tablespoon at a time. Press the dough together with a spatula after each tablespoon. Stop adding ice water once the dough has come together.
  5. Divide the dough evenly, so that it's in two pieces. Then flatten the dough and shape it into disks. Wrap the dough disks tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate them for 1 hour.
  6. When you're ready to use the dough, remove it from the refrigerator and let it sit for approximately 10 minutes, so that it softens and is easier to roll out.
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https://thesensiblemom.com/2013/10/recipe-best-ever-apple-pie/

Best Ever Apple Pie
I won’t make you wait any longer.

Recipe: Best Ever Apple Pie & Recipe for a Double Pie Crust #MyMarianos #shopHere’s the recipe for the best ever apple pie:

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Best Ever Apple Pie

Ingredients

  • 6 large Honeycrisp apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 egg white, lightly beaten
  • 1 Double Pie Crust (see recipe above)

Instructions

  1. Adjust an oven rack to the lowest position and place a rimmed baking sheet on the rack. Heat the oven to 500 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the apples with 3/4 cup sugar, brown sugar, flour, lemon juice, sea salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set mixture aside, and prepare to roll out the double pie crust.
  3. Roll out the double pie crust on a floured surface then place the bottom crust in the pie pan.
  4. Pour the apples onto the unbaked bottom crust. Make sure the apples create a mound shape in the pie crust.
  5. Lay the top crust over the apples, then seal and crimp the edges of the crust using either your fingers or a fork.
  6. Cut 4-5 vent holes in the top of the pie crust.
  7. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg white, and then sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of sugar over the crust.
  8. Carefully place the pie on the hot baking sheet in the oven then reduce the temperature to 425 degrees. Bake at this temperature until the top crust is golden brown. This should take 20-25 minutes. (I like to set a timer for 20 minutes and check at that point.)
  9. Once the top is golden brown, rotate the baking sheet, and turn the temperature down to 375 degrees. Bake another 30-35 minutes, until the top crust is a deep golden brown and the apple juices are bubbling.
  10. Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool before serving.
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https://thesensiblemom.com/2013/10/recipe-best-ever-apple-pie/

Perfect for the Holidays or Any Day
This apple pie pairs well with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, and it would be perfect to enjoy for Thanksgiving or any old day of the week. ๐Ÿ™‚

Recipe for Apple Pie & Double Pie Crust #MyMarianos #shop #dessert

UPDATE: I filmed a YouTube video with this amazing recipe. You can see exactly how I make the best ever apple pie and glean a few tips in the process.

BEST EVER APPLE PIE RECIPE VIDEO

What’s your favorite apple recipe? What’s one of your family’s favorite Fall recipes?


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Comments

  1. Shelly says

    October 14, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    I don’t make apple pie often, we usually have berry when I make a pie. Your looks so good you have me wanting to make an apple pie. ๐Ÿ™‚ At our house our favorite apple recipe is apple crisp, I use my grandma’s recipe.

    Reply
    • Shawna Rose says

      September 10, 2017 at 3:40 pm

      Any chance U mind sharing her recipe- Have been looking for a good apple crisp recipe

      Reply
      • Michelle says

        November 13, 2018 at 12:37 pm

        Here it is, Rose. You just had to click on her name to find her webpage and her “Apple Crisp” recipe. It was under “Recipes” tab and then, under “Desserts”. Hope it helps. ๐Ÿ˜‰

        https://frugalfamilyhome.com/food/recipes/delicious-and-easy-apple-crisp-recipe#comments

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    • Judy says

      September 18, 2021 at 11:57 am

      This hands down is the BEST Recipe! It was a huge hit enjoyed by all. Not a morsel left. Will go in my Keeper recipes! Thank You , just absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    • Lee ann Andrews says

      November 23, 2023 at 11:38 am

      I’m making it now smells amazing and looks beautiful can’t wait to eat it!

      Reply
    • Doris says

      December 14, 2023 at 2:29 pm

      Can you use granny Smith apples instead?

      Reply
  2. Alicia says

    October 14, 2013 at 10:18 pm

    I’m reading this at 10pm on a Monday night…..it’s very, very cruel:) There is no chance for me to have apple pie for at least 12 hours:) #client

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 12, 2013 at 2:10 pm

      Lol, Alicia! I hope you have a chance to make it sometime. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. Alex D says

    October 15, 2013 at 9:14 pm

    This pie looks amazing! Last time I made apple pie it definitely didn’t look/taste like yours, and the apples were absolutely terrible lol, I will try this recipe though ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Sandra says

      November 12, 2013 at 2:10 pm

      I hope you enjoy it, Alex!

      Reply
    • Liz says

      October 19, 2022 at 10:04 pm

      I was wondering if you froze your liquid vegetable oil. I always use Crisco but I live in Mexico and they donโ€™t have it here.๐Ÿ™

      Reply
      • Christine Brown says

        October 24, 2022 at 9:46 am

        I lived in Mexico for 5 years. They use lard or Manteca in their tortillas- try that in your pie instead of Crisco. My Italian grandmother always used lard in her apple pies / it makes the best pies ever!

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        • Mary says

          November 5, 2022 at 6:30 pm

          I’ve never tried lard before. Is there very much of a difference and you use the same about as called for as crisco, right? Thanks for the tip!

          Reply
        • Judy says

          October 14, 2023 at 5:55 pm

          Agree! Lard! Yes it substitutes for Crisco in the same amount.

          Reply
  4. Kate @ Songs Kate Sang says

    October 16, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    Looks amazing! Beautiful job!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 12, 2013 at 2:10 pm

      Thank you, Kate!

      Reply
  5. Zach J says

    October 16, 2013 at 3:51 pm

    This is amazing! After work, I think I may just have to go home and make an apple pie!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 12, 2013 at 2:09 pm

      That’s a great idea!

      Reply
  6. Dawn Lopez says

    October 16, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    Oh my, your pie looks fantabulous! My mouth is totally watering right now. I am not very good at making pie.. but I am more than tempted to try your recipe!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 12, 2013 at 2:09 pm

      Thank you, Dawn, and you should totally try this recipe. It’s easier than you might think. It just takes time. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. Emma T says

    October 16, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    Hi Sandra,
    The pie really does look delicious, I’m definitely a sucker for sweet pies (apple or otherwise!) but would generally have custard with it, or cream.

    I have to admit, I’m lazy and would use ready made pastry, but we do get apples off our trees, so I can be allowed that sometimes!

    My favourite go to apple recipe is apple and blackberry crumble, both fruits picked off our trees or the hedgerows on the farm. It’s so quick and simple, and I tend to make more crumble topping base than needed and freeze it, so it’s even quicker.

    Emma

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    • Sandra says

      November 12, 2013 at 2:08 pm

      The apple and blackberry crumble sounds so delicious, Emma! I’ll have to look for a recipe similar to what you mentioned. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    • Debbie says

      October 25, 2021 at 7:48 am

      Could I freeze the filling to make the pie at a later time?

      Reply
  8. Amanda says

    November 21, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    I am so curious…. why the baking sheet on the bottom rack? I’ve been making apple pies for ages for family holidays and am just now seeing this added “step” on MANY recipes. Can you offer any insight? Also, what does rotating the baking sheet do? I can’t wait to try these recipes for the holidays though!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Yvette says

      September 21, 2023 at 9:30 pm

      Putting a cookie sheet or pizza pan (as long as itโ€™s about an inch all the way around the pie) ensures that if your pie should run over your crust it wonโ€™t be smoking & baking on your oven floor. Turning (rotating) the pan helps the pie crust to be able to brown evenly. Most ovens Iโ€™ve found have a hotter area making tops of things brown more in one spot.
      Hope this helps someone.

      Reply
  9. Jackie M. says

    November 27, 2013 at 12:02 am

    I’ve made a lot of apple pies in my day, but I followed your recipe (pretty much) exactly and I have to say that the pie “goop” tasted awesome – it’s in the oven now, and I think it’s gonna be the star of the Thanksgiving table! Thanks for the baking times/temp changes – that’s really making for a beautiful pie! YAY! I am Spartacus!

    Reply
  10. Sheila says

    November 27, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    Anyone having problems with the pie crust? I followed instructions but when it’s time to roll dough it
    is just to soft, can’t pick it up to put in pie dish! Sandra any suggestion!!!!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 27, 2013 at 10:49 pm

      Hi Sheila,

      I would try flouring the counter top again and rolling it out all over. Or simply put in back into the refrigerator for another 30 minutes or so. Sorry I couldn’t answer your question sooner! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Bill Gabbard says

        August 27, 2015 at 10:45 am

        Most of the time for me it helps rolling the crust back onto the rolling pin and then putting it in pie pan, that way you don’t have to use your hands to pick it up

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        • Carol says

          September 28, 2015 at 7:00 pm

          I have tried rolling dough on the rolling pin and I made a mess. I guess I’ll have to try again.

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        • Jetta J Finn says

          October 21, 2023 at 7:46 pm

          I roll it around the pastry roller as well. Works amazingly.

          Reply
    • Haley says

      January 16, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      I also had trouble transferring the rolled out pie crust, to the pie pan, it kept falling apart, so I rolled it out on parchment paper and flipped it upside down Into the pie pan from he parchment paper! Worked like a charm!

      Reply
    • Lynn says

      October 17, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      Yes I had trouble also. It was too wet, used 5 T ice water. So I added more flour and worked it in and now looks manageable. It’s chilling now, hope it turn out because that is one beautiful looking pie!

      Reply
  11. Lori W says

    November 29, 2013 at 10:06 am

    This recipe is incredible…..I made it for Halloween and again for Thanksgiving dinner and it got rave reviews from everyone. The pie crust is so flaky and delicious….and the apple filling is to die for. Take the time to make it…..you won’t be disappointed!

    Reply
  12. Jessica says

    December 12, 2013 at 6:54 pm

    Hi Sandra thank you for posting this amazing pie recipe. I am embarrassed to ask this but i have to, Im going to be baking four pies for xmas and i wont have the time to make the crust. Is there a premade crust i can buy close to yours? These will also be the first pies i have ever made. EEK please help

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    • Suzy says

      December 23, 2017 at 9:18 am

      Pillsbury pie crusts at your local grocery are always good. I see she never answered but hereโ€™s your answer 4 Yearโ€™s later ๐Ÿคฃ

      Reply
  13. lucia says

    May 26, 2014 at 6:30 pm

    Really yummy!!!! Thoroughly enjoyed it and so did the family!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      May 30, 2014 at 10:55 am

      Yay! Thanks for stopping by and letting me know how the pie turned out, Lucia! ๐Ÿ™‚ I’m so glad that you and your family enjoyed it!

      Reply
      • SUZANNE says

        November 7, 2018 at 7:40 pm

        Your pie crust recipe looks like it would be very tender.
        I have been baking for over 60 years. I live in Minnesota where were the Haralson apple rains โ€œQueenโ€ when it comes to apples for pies etc. Theyโ€™re only in season for a short time. But i
        theyโ€™re the only apple I use or Granny Smith.
        Visited my daughter in Florida, was going to make my daughter a pie. Publix never heard of theis variety. There are many varietyโ€™s to choose from, itโ€™s just a preference. Just thought Iโ€™d bring it up. Juicy? VERY.
        Every one have a great 2018 Thanksgiving.

        Reply
  14. Diana says

    October 3, 2014 at 1:32 pm

    this is sooooooooo good i made it and loved it i just used 5 apples i like it like that .. but i like to say THANK U for sharing it so i can try it mmmmmmm

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    • Sandra says

      October 8, 2014 at 11:34 pm

      Thank you so much for coming back and letting me know how much you liked this recipe, Diana! ๐Ÿ™‚ It means a lot!

      Reply
  15. Brad says

    October 9, 2014 at 11:31 pm

    I will definitely try this recipes, but I’m going to use Jonagold apples instead. I like the way they taste, so I hope it comes out as good as yours looks. I am also trying your crust, as mine seems to comer out too dryand yours sounds like it will be more tender. Thanks.

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    • Sandra says

      October 10, 2014 at 2:12 pm

      I hope your pie turns out deliciously! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  16. Jill says

    October 16, 2014 at 10:37 am

    I made the pie and it looks relish! Question though – I really don’t want to bake it until tomorrow….how would you recommend storing it?

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      October 16, 2014 at 2:05 pm

      Hi Jill! I would recommend freezing the pie until you bake it tomorrow. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  17. Monica Chaffin says

    October 18, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    I am going to make this today, I don’t like pie crust. Prob because I have used the roll out kind for many years for ease. SO I am going home made and making this today. I don’t usually like tons of pie crust (don’t like the taste) so I ususlly do a dutch apple pie, but it looks yummy so gonna do the two crust. We shall see

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      October 19, 2014 at 10:45 pm

      Hi Monica! I hope your pie turned out fabulously! ๐Ÿ™‚ I made this pie again last week, and it was gone in less than 24 hours. Lol

      I hope you have a great week!

      Reply
    • Beverly Beal says

      November 28, 2019 at 10:44 am

      Made many pies, but this recipe sounds terrific with temperature changes. So I made it. Itโ€™s in the oven right now. My mom always used some yolk with the egg white to brown the top pie crust. I put a pie bird in the top because it is Thanksgiving after all. I have a pie crust shield standing by just in case. I only had HONEYCRISP apples so I added more fresh lemon juice.

      Reply
  18. rebecca says

    October 22, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    MMMM! Making this for my boyfriends birthday (tomorrow). I would like to get a head start and make crust tonight. Sandra, do you think I can freeze the crust overnight and still get the same result? Thanks in advance!

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    • Sandra says

      October 22, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      Hi Rebecca! I recommend making the crust today, wrapping it in plastic wrap (instructions in the recipe), and just leaving them wrapped in the refrigerator until the next day when you’re ready to use them.

      That’s what I do. ๐Ÿ™‚ I’ll make the crust the day before, wrap it, and leave it until the next day. You do not need to roll the crust out until the day you actually make the pie.

      You could freeze the crust, but I would recommend just leaving it in the fridge, if you’re planning on making the pie the next day. ๐Ÿ™‚

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      • rebecca says

        October 22, 2014 at 1:30 pm

        Thank you so much! Looking forward to trying the recipe ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
  19. Janesse Reserva says

    November 8, 2014 at 6:54 pm

    This pie tastes so heavenly.. I don’t really crave for pies, but this made me want to make one.. Absolutely a must try and you’ll never want to make an apple pie differently.. Thank you for this..

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 10, 2014 at 8:15 pm

      Thank you for the kind review, Janesse! ๐Ÿ™‚ This is my absolute favorite apple pie, too!

      Reply
  20. Elizabeth says

    November 20, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    Hi Sandra!

    Your recipe sounds amazing! I am hoping to make it for my Thanksgiving dessert. I was wondering if I could do a lattice work top rather than the full dough top with this recipe. Do you think that would work out?

    Cheers and Happy Holidays!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 22, 2014 at 4:47 pm

      Hi Elizabeth! Yes, a lattice crust would work great for the top of this apple pie. ๐Ÿ™‚ I hope you and your loved ones have a Happy Thanksgiving!

      Reply
  21. Justine Y says

    November 20, 2014 at 5:19 pm

    This pie just looks so gorgeous, all piled up high with filling… I would love to include it in a round up of pies on my blog next week!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      November 27, 2014 at 11:00 pm

      Hi Justine! Please feel free to include it in a round up. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  22. Taylor Griffin says

    November 26, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    I wish you would have indicated what size pie plate to use, especially for the novice baker.
    Will assume its a 9″ size.

    Reply
  23. Monica says

    November 27, 2014 at 10:54 am

    I found this recipe last night and I made 2 this morning for Thanksgiving. I really don’t know if we can wait for dessert… the aromas in our house right now are amazing!! I do believe I’ve found our new “family” recipe! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      December 22, 2014 at 6:30 pm

      Yay! I’m so glad your family enjoyed this apple pie, Monica! ๐Ÿ™‚ It’s our favorite pie recipe, too!

      Reply
  24. Tara says

    November 27, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    I made this today for Thanksgiving. I made the dough discs last night and kept them wrapped in the fridge. I followed the recipe exactly. It is SO GOOD. Best apple pie we’ve ever had. Also my first time making one, a total success! Delicious with vanilla ice cream.

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      December 3, 2014 at 11:24 am

      Hi Tara! THANK YOU so much for coming back and sharing how your apple pie turned out. ๐Ÿ™‚ I’m so glad your family enjoys it as much as mine does!

      I hope you have a great week!

      Reply
  25. Heather says

    December 4, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    I am planning on making this tonight and then freezing it until ready to bake on Saturday. How would you adjust the baking time to bake from freezing? I cant wait to try this!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      December 5, 2014 at 8:50 am

      Hi Heather! I’m sorry I didn’t respond sooner, but I haven’t tried freezing a whole homemade pie and baking it later. I did, however, find a helpful article that might assist with baking times. It’s here: http://www.pillsbury.com/everyday-eats/desserts/pies-tarts/how-to-freeze-and-bake-apple-pie

      Thanks so much for stopping by Heather! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Heather says

        December 5, 2014 at 8:33 pm

        Thank you for that! Normally I wouldn’t freeze and then bake, but so much to do tomorrow I thought this was one thing I could get done ahead of time. I will let you know how it turns out, but so far it looks amazing. Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
        • Sandra says

          December 16, 2014 at 7:39 pm

          Hi Heather! I hope everything worked out and you enjoyed a great pie! ๐Ÿ™‚ Merry Christmas!

          Reply
  26. Dianne says

    December 20, 2014 at 11:14 am

    Thank you so much for giving such easy to follow directions that I attempted this pie, it came out fantastic and I have made 4 in the last month! 2 are in the works right now, oh did I mention that I am 70 years young and this is my first ever. My husband is so grateful, Apple has always been his fav!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      December 20, 2014 at 4:07 pm

      What a sweet comment, Dianne! I’m so glad you liked the recipe and that your husband is enjoying it, too! That makes me very happy to hear. ๐Ÿ™‚

      I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  27. lyndin says

    January 17, 2015 at 10:13 pm

    This apple pie is amazing! My grandma who is 82 is the pickiest women ever and she loved this and she said it is on of the best apple pies she has ever had! So thank you for sharing this recipe and helping me impress her!:)

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      January 19, 2015 at 4:49 pm

      Woohoo! ๐Ÿ™‚ I’m so glad that you and your grandma enjoyed the pie, Lyndin! And thanks for coming back and leaving such an encouraging comment. I hope you have a great week!

      Reply
  28. Lana says

    February 2, 2015 at 2:47 pm

    Hello! Would you recommend reheating this before serving? If so, for how long and what temperature? I want to bring this to a dinner party and I’m not sure if I should just bake it before hand and then take it over, or if I can reheat it for a little bit in the oven at the party.

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      February 2, 2015 at 9:37 pm

      Hi Lana! While I’ve never reheated an entire whole pie just before serving it, I DO typically heat slices individually in the microwave for about 30 seconds just before serving. This happens when we have pie leftovers from the previous day.

      If you’re taking the pie to a dinner party, I recommend making it the same day – possibly that morning? – and then it’ll be good to go for the dinner party without doing any additional reheating. ๐Ÿ™‚ I hope this helps.

      Reply
  29. Alicia says

    February 10, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    I made this for the family yesterday and it was delicious! Thank you for the great recipe!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      February 11, 2015 at 9:53 am

      Yay! I’m so glad to hear that, Alicia! ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for stopping by and trying out this recipe. I hope you have a great week!

      Reply
  30. Deidra says

    March 14, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    Lady, I would kiss you on the mouth for this apple pie recipe! I’m not a huge baker, but on behalf of Pi day I made this apple pie. It was well worth the burn on my knuckle!!!

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      March 16, 2015 at 1:16 pm

      Oh, Deidra, you’re so sweet! ๐Ÿ™‚ I’m so glad you enjoyed the pie, too!

      Reply
  31. Shirley says

    April 19, 2015 at 2:29 pm

    My pie is in the oven right now, the smell that is coming from the oven has the whole house smelling like apple pie. The pie itself looks like you would find in the most expensive restaurants. Can’t wait until it cools and I can try it.

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    • Sandra says

      April 25, 2015 at 9:05 pm

      Hi Shirley! I hope your pie turned out great! ๐Ÿ™‚ Thank you so much for trying this recipe and stopping by my blog!

      Reply
  32. amanda says

    June 18, 2015 at 2:01 am

    Why did my pie melt?? The edges are basically melted off?? I have made so many perfect pie and never this, do I need to freeze the pie briefly to baking??

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      June 18, 2015 at 12:39 pm

      Hi Amanda! I’m so sorry to hear that your pie melted. I’ve never experienced that happening with any pie I’ve made in the past, but maybe something was not quite right with one of the ingredients. I’m not sure. ๐Ÿ™

      You do not have to freeze the apple pie before baking it, but the butter and shortening do need to be well-chilled before using them in this recipe.

      Reply
  33. Gail says

    August 12, 2015 at 1:21 pm

    is the apple pie watery when you cut into it? I know a lot of people add tapioca pudding in the recipe to make it a little thicker, what do you think?

    Reply
    • Sandra says

      August 12, 2015 at 7:36 pm

      Hi Gail! The apple pie has a nice consistency and mine isn’t watery as long as I’ve let it cool. I’ve never tried adding tapioca pudding to the recipe, and I don’t think this recipe needs it. ๐Ÿ™‚

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      • Gail says

        August 13, 2015 at 5:59 am

        Thank you so much Sandra for responding back so quickly โ˜บ๏ธ I can’t wait to try your recipe, the only thing that I’m afraid of ๐Ÿ˜ณ is that will eat it all in one day ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚

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  34. Gail says

    August 13, 2015 at 6:02 am

    Sandra, how can I follow you on Pinterest? I would love to see more recipes โ˜บ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

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    • Sandra says

      September 24, 2015 at 3:33 pm

      Hi Gail! Sorry, I just saw this comment today. My Pinterest page is here: https://www.pinterest.com/thesensiblemom/

      I hope you have a great rest of the week! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  35. Marisa says

    September 6, 2015 at 9:42 am

    Do you bake entire time on lowest racl

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    • Sandra says

      September 6, 2015 at 9:44 pm

      Hi, Marisa! Yes, you do bake the pie on the lowest rack the entire time that it’s in the oven. When the recipe says to “rotate the baking sheet,” it means to rotate the baking sheet on the same rack so that the pie bakes evenly. You will adjust the temp. a few times, though, but still keep the pie on the same rack. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  36. Mary Alexander says

    September 9, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    Beautiful pie! Am wondering…I try to stay away from the standard shortening brands bc of some ingredient concerns. Do you think the Spectrum version would work just as well for the crust? It seems to have a bit different texture than the standard varieties. Has anyone ever tried it?

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    • Sandra says

      September 12, 2015 at 6:34 pm

      Hi, Mary! Thanks for your comment. I’ve never used the Spectrum version, but I just googled it, and I think it would be fine. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  37. Renae says

    September 10, 2015 at 9:41 pm

    This pie looks awesome! I have a honey crisp tree. Can I use those instead of 2 different types and I love a lattice pie, I could do a lattice, right?

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    • Sandra says

      September 12, 2015 at 6:31 pm

      Hi Renae! Yes, I think honey crisp apples would work just fine, and, yes, you could do a lattice pie. ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for stopping by!

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  38. Ana123 says

    September 23, 2015 at 11:36 pm

    I used this recipe for a potluck with coworkers. The filling was great but the dough was horrible! I had the same problem as some of the others that have tried to make the dough. It was way too soft…So soft that I couldn’t even roll it out with out it sticking. I tried adding more flour and eventually got it to a thicker consistency. I baked the pie and hoped for the best. Well, after hours of hard work the pie turned out to be a goey mess! The filling was delicious but the dough made it inedible. ๐Ÿ™

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    • Sandra says

      September 24, 2015 at 3:41 pm

      Hi Ana! I’m so sorry to hear that the dough didn’t turn out well. ๐Ÿ™ It’s very important that the butter and shortening are well chilled and that you do not continue to add ice water after you feel your dough has come together. If you do feel that your dough it too sticky, it would be a good idea to put it in the freezer or refrigerator for a few minutes before working with it again. You could also add a little more flour.

      Again, I’m sorry that this recipe didn’t work out. It’s my go-to recipe when it comes to apple pie, and I use the dough recipe for any pie that I create at home. I’m planning on filming a how-to video for this recipe in the future and adding it to this post.

      I hope you have a great rest of the week, Ana. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your experience.

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  39. Haley says

    September 29, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    LOVE this recipe so much! I found it awhile ago on Pinterest and it has been my go-to apple pie recipe ever since! I have one in the oven as I type this, and GOODNESS my house smells yummy ๐Ÿ˜‰ much love and continued success to you!
    ~Haley

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    • Sandra says

      October 13, 2015 at 9:34 pm

      You are so sweet, Haley! Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  40. Moogie says

    October 5, 2015 at 1:29 pm

    The filling worked great with a low carb pie crust I use. I use sugar substitutes and it came delicious.

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    • Sandra says

      October 13, 2015 at 9:30 pm

      Thanks for letting us know, Moogie! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  41. Jeff says

    October 7, 2015 at 4:07 pm

    I just put the pie in the oven… nothing like using fresh picked macintosh and cortland apples here in central new york!

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    • Sandra says

      October 13, 2015 at 9:29 pm

      YUM! ๐Ÿ™‚ I hope it turned out great!

      Reply
      • Jeff says

        October 14, 2015 at 5:08 am

        the filling was tasty . but after baking there was a good 3″ space between the top of the apple filling and the inside of upper crust. if i make it again i think ill try cooking the apples a little first … one of these days i will find a good pie recipe/ Ive got the crust recipe that was my grandmothers and family loves it but getting the filling just right takes time i guess. oh well.

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  42. Peg says

    October 13, 2015 at 2:03 pm

    Hi ~ Gee …. here I am ready to peel apples, pie crust sitting in the refridgerator… So thought I would check back to your site here on my IPAD!!! reading over some of the comments I SEE the pie crust sounded like it should be made the day BEFORE?? UGH !! Do I have to wait? Or… If I wait until much later the same day as I made the dough, can I also make the PIE!!??

    SOUNDS LIKE CLOSING THE DOOR …. AFTER…. THE CAT ALREADY GOT OUT!! Doesn’t it!! Hope I get a reply TODAY!! Thank you in advance๐Ÿ˜

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    • Sandra says

      October 13, 2015 at 9:28 pm

      Hi Peg! ๐Ÿ™‚ I almost always make the pie crust and use it the same day that I make the pie. You do not have to make the pie crust the day before. All you need to do once you’ve put the ingredients together is to put the pie crust in the refrigerator for 1 hour, then take it out and let it sit for about 10 minutes before you’re ready to roll it out and use it for your pie. I hope this helps and you enjoy a delicious apple pie!

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  43. Paula says

    October 17, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    This was my first time making an apple pie. The crust turned out excellent. The pie was good as well but the McIntosh apples turned to mush and tasted more like apple sauce. Thankfully I had used more of the Granny Smith apples which were very good. Next time I will use only Granny Smith apples. Thanks for the recipe its a keeper.

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  44. Clarissa says

    October 19, 2015 at 2:11 am

    This pie looks so delicious it amazing I already got my Crust ready to go for tomor can’t wait to make it and try it mmmm thanks again for this recipe I’ll let u know how it turns out๐Ÿ˜Š

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  45. Rhiannon says

    October 27, 2015 at 10:30 pm

    My first pie I’ve ever made! It was amazing!! So delicious and it turned out great! Thank you so much!!

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  46. Grace says

    November 7, 2015 at 10:06 am

    I can’t wait to try this new recipe out.We love Apple Pie.Thank You

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  47. Kim says

    November 8, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    I was looking for a good Apple pie recipe and when I saw yours and read the ingredients for the filling I was so excited because it is almost exactly like my Gram’s apple crisp except she didn’t use two different kinds of apples but I am so excited to make this I am going with McIntosh since they are my favorite and the Granny Smith. I am making this for Thanksgiving but I am afraid to say I will be making two because I want to eat one before Thanksgiving! I have never made my own crust so I hope I don’t mess it up. There is nothing better than homemade pie crust, mmm! Thanks for the recipe.

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  48. April says

    November 14, 2015 at 6:39 pm

    I have used your recipe three times now and we love it. It’s delicious.. I am the designated pie person in the family now, thanks for a great recipe.

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  49. Tawana says

    November 20, 2015 at 4:48 pm

    Is it possible to substitute the apples for canned peaches? If so, will I have to alter the crust recipe?

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    • Sandra says

      November 24, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Hi Tawana! I wouldn’t recommend substituting the apples for canned peaches. I think they’re too different and have never tried it. Thanks so much for visiting my blog. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  50. christine says

    November 27, 2015 at 10:01 am

    Hey Sandra…I tried this recipe to give the pie as a gift to my brother, b/c apple pie is his favorite. What a sensation it made! Your directions were great, and it WAS the best apple pie we have ever had. My dough was a bit soft by the time I finished rolling it also, but my dad taught me to roll dough between two pieces of waxed paper, and then lift it into the pie pan, and I had absolutely no trouble with it at all. I used all Macintosh apples, and made the round like your recipe suggested, and had no gap between apples and top crust. My dad also taught me to reserve most of the juice until after the pie was finished baking, and then pour it carefully into the little pie slits, so your bottom crust doesn’t get soggy, so I did that and it eliminates mush. THANK YOU so much, for a great pie. Hope the tips help some of your other readers.

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  51. Roberta says

    November 27, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    Hi Sandra
    I made this pie for dinner last night and I have to say … It was AMAZING! I have tried different recipes and this is the best! I used Granny Smiths and a pate brise crust.
    Thank you so much … Happy Thanksgiving!
    Roberta H

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  52. Tanya says

    December 28, 2015 at 7:26 pm

    I don’t EVER comment but with the review I received from making this apple pie for Christmas, I felt I just had to leave a comment. My sons Grandmother asked me to make an apple pie for Christmas. I normally make her cakes as I do cake decorating not on the side. So I was reluctant to do this especially from scratch. But I took a chance and I’m so glad I did. She said her and her two brothers sat there and ate it sayin “it tasted just like when our mom used to bake apple pie” not only was that an amazing complement for me but for you as well! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I have found my Apple Pie recipe to stick with!!!

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  53. Ann Rose says

    February 3, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    I’m in the process of making your double pie crust. After adding the shortening and butter it was holding together. I’ve always added cold water but wasn’t sure if I should but I did add 5 T. It’s now resting in the frig. Will see.

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  54. Ann Rose says

    February 3, 2016 at 3:45 pm

    Pie dough held together after adding shortening and butter. Should I have added the water. It’s on the oven

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    • Sandra says

      February 3, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      Hi Ann, thanks for your question. If your pie crust held together without adding in the water, I think it’ll be just fine. I hope you enjoy a delicious pie! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  55. BambiK says

    February 14, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    I made this pie today for my Valentine and it was wonderful. The crust was so light and flaky. The filling was flavorful and had the perfect amount of sweetness. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

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    • Sandra says

      February 14, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      You’re welcome, Bambik! I’m so glad you enjoyed this apple pie. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  56. Patricia Kiefer says

    May 20, 2016 at 10:38 am

    Hello,
    You had a pie crust recipe that had the old school method of making pie crust!!! I cannot find the recipe with ingredients and it also had an option of using lard! Please forward me your pie crust recipes! The particular one I wanted was with apple pie. It gave variations of mixing crust! I would love that link!!! Gave options such as I think blender etc. but doing work by hand to mix pie dough indicated more work! Loved!
    Thank you,
    Patty Kiefer

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  57. Willie Mae says

    November 27, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Whenever I make an apple pie, after baking it is apple sauce. What am I doing wrong?

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    • Jan says

      October 8, 2022 at 6:18 pm

      Maybe using the wrong varieties of apple. Look for baking types.

      Reply
  58. Stacy says

    December 21, 2016 at 5:39 am

    This was the most incredible apple pie I have ever tasted!! Wow. Everyone at the table said it was the best apple pie they had ever had. Two of us don’t care for apple pie, but we loved it!!! Wow. Thanks!

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  59. Robin says

    January 29, 2017 at 11:47 am

    First time I’ve made this type of crust. I’m a Tenderflake (lard) gal…my concern is that I have lumps of butter in the dough? Also, I used only 2 tablespoons of ice water (most likely didn’t need to use any, as the dough was already formed). Sure hope it works out!

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  60. Chara says

    August 8, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    Do we need to make the oven so high 500 degrees. I didn’t even get to put my pie in before my smoke alarm went off. I live in an apartment complex, so it was very loud and woke my napping baby. Can I start with 400 or even 425 as the recipe states when placing the pie in the oven.

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  61. Amber says

    September 3, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    Fabulous, FABULOUS recipe! Both the crust & the pie came out really, really well. The crust was one of the best I’ve ever used. I’ll definitely be using this one for future pies. I used 3 types of apples because… flavor! Since my great – grandmother passed, I’ve been using her recipe for crust. Rest her sweet, baking soul, this one takes the cake (or pie as it were). If you’re looking for THE BEST pie crust, give this one a go. I have a feeling you won’t need another recipe. Ever. Thank you Sandra! <3

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  62. Haley Mesander says

    September 15, 2017 at 10:57 am

    This pie looks delicious! Do I need to use a pie shield for the crust? I’m also baking at high altitude here in Denver…do you know of any adjustments that should be made? Thanks! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  63. Carol says

    November 8, 2017 at 4:13 am

    Sorry if this question sounds silly, but do you mean a baking sheet of paper or a metal sheet tray?
    Really looking forward to making this for my husband tomorrow ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ˜‹

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    • Sandra says

      November 8, 2017 at 9:07 am

      Hi, Carol! It’s not a silly question. I mean a metal sheet tray. I hope you enjoy the recipe. ๐Ÿ™‚

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      • Eileen says

        November 22, 2017 at 7:58 pm

        I have made your apple pie 3-4 times now and it’s always a crowd pleaser. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe. I have a pie baking right now for Thanksgiving! I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!

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        • Sandra says

          November 22, 2017 at 9:46 pm

          Thank you for sharing, Eileen! You’re so sweet! I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving, too! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  64. Gaylene Weil says

    July 17, 2018 at 7:45 pm

    I made this today for my Hubby, after he has made several comments recently about apple pie (he rarely thinks about food unlike me!) and it turned out amazing! My crust turned out looking pretty โ€œrusticโ€ but it was beautiful to me! Thank you or an amazing recipe!

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  65. Emmi says

    August 15, 2018 at 4:48 pm

    Could I cut the apples to use in this recipe?
    And use all brown sugar instead if white?

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  66. P. Hutcheson says

    September 27, 2018 at 3:33 pm

    I just found your recipe. I CAN’T make a pie crust. I’ve tried. I’ve failed. I followed your recipe and made the apple pie and while the crust was not pretty (my fault), it was VERY good. So good that I attempted the second one. It still wasn’t pretty, but boy was it good. I have decided that I CAN make a pie crust….thanks to you. So glad you shared your recipe!!! I am going to continue to make pie crusts this way until they are PRETTY, too!!!

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  67. Sandra C Jones says

    April 14, 2019 at 4:22 pm

    Baked this phenomenally delicious apple pie, shared it with my neighbors who absolutely enjoyed it. Thank you for this recipe. I’ll be adding it to my collection of favorites.
    I followed the recipe to the letter. Most times I have to do some tweeking here and there. Shared it with my mom who swears by her apple pie but she reluctantly admitted that this was “as good” or better. Never heard that before. Thanks again. This is a great recipe.

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  68. Brittney says

    October 11, 2019 at 7:35 pm

    This is a first for me and for my daughter…apple pie in general. We have our face up to the window of the oven waiting to pull it. Can’t wait to have it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I hope that I will be making this a tradition with my baby girl from here on our.

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  69. Moni says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:44 pm

    This pie crust is delectable! It is absolutely the best pie crust I have ever made and want to thank you for sharing your recipe. My dough was so soft that I pressed it into my pie plate. May have taken a whole three minutes if at that and rolled top crust in parchment paper. Received a rave reviews from all.

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  70. Katie says

    November 21, 2019 at 1:03 pm

    I made this last year for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! My very snobby brother-in-law requested it again this year too. High praise coming from an โ€œApple pie connoisseur,โ€ that he professes to be. I used a store-bough pie shell and then made the topping crust from your recipe. I also substituted the McIntosh apples for Honey Crisps, which are my favorite. Thank you for sharing this recipe!!

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  71. Brittney says

    July 17, 2020 at 2:53 pm

    Hi! Your pie looks delicious! I followed your recipe instructions and my crust got a bit โ€œcrispy,โ€ even using the low end of the time ranges given. Iโ€™m not sure where I went wrong.

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  72. Dunia says

    June 5, 2021 at 9:51 pm

    I just happened to find your blog and was drooling looking at how perfect your apple pie looked.
    I too love my honeycrisp and sugarbee apples and I used them to make this pie, well actually two pies.
    Your instructions are fool proof and let me tell you, family and friends love this pie. Best pie ever!
    Thank you so much for your recipe. It’s a keeper! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  73. Evelyn DeMoss says

    September 25, 2021 at 10:28 am

    I followed the recipe, but I was afraid I would add too much water, and my crust was very dry while rolling it out. It fell apart, so we had to piece it together. Hopefully, it will taste okay

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  74. Monica says

    November 19, 2021 at 11:40 pm

    This apple pie is delicious and the crust is superb! I was wondering if this crust recipe would work for a Libby’s pumpkin pie. If so can I bake it following the recipe on the Libby’s can or must I blind bake crust first?

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  75. Dawn says

    February 11, 2022 at 6:47 pm

    Can I do this in a food processor rather than cut the shortening and butter in by hand?

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    • Sandra says

      February 13, 2022 at 8:13 pm

      Yes ๐Ÿ™‚

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  76. heidi hamilton says

    July 11, 2022 at 4:34 pm

    I’ve made this a couple of times and crust always burns to a crisp. The second time I adjusted heat and it still burned. I even covered edges for a while. Any suggestions?

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    • Sandra says

      October 11, 2022 at 8:47 am

      Hi Heidi, I’m sorry to hear that. I would suggest slicing the apples very thin so that they’ll cook faster. This means the pie will be done sooner and before the crust starts to burn. I just made this pie again yesterday and I sliced the apples very thin because that’s how my family likes them. The pie turned out beautifully and is absolutely delicious. Try really thinly sliced apples and let us know how it turns out. ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for visiting!! I hope you enjoy the wonderful holiday season and this time for pies!

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  77. Jan says

    October 8, 2022 at 6:21 pm

    Followed ur recipe exactly. Pie looked wonderful. Filling tastes great but has an extreme amount of just watery juices which r gonna make the crust soggy. Idk why.

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    • Sandra says

      October 11, 2022 at 8:55 am

      Hi Jan, you could try adding in an extra tablespoon of flour to the apple mixture before putting the mixture into the pie crust to thicken up the juices.

      This pie is a “juicier” pie on the inside but the crust still holds up well, and I like spooning some of the juice into the bowl/plate that I’m serving the pie with. The juices taste so good. ๐Ÿ™‚ You could also slice the apples very thin. I don’t know why but I feel like there’s not as much juice when the apples are very thinly sliced.

      I’ve made this pie with several other varieties of apples and honeycrisp taste the best. I always get the most compliments on the pie with the Honeycrisp apples, too. Please feel free to experiment, though. Enjoy pie season!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  78. Tracy says

    October 16, 2022 at 4:53 pm

    Just made this today it was delicious!!
    ๐ŸŽ ๐Ÿ

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    • Sandra says

      October 17, 2022 at 9:00 am

      Yay! That’s fantastic, Tracy! I’m glad you enjoyed the pie! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  79. Amanda says

    June 20, 2023 at 3:53 pm

    This has been my go to recipe for a few years now! Iโ€™m wondering if the pie crust will keep in the freezer? Was wanting to make double to save time for my next pie.

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  80. Lois DeRaadt says

    November 19, 2023 at 8:59 am

    Would you be able to tell me about how many cups of apples I need to make a full pie as I am using a different smaller variety I got from an orchard. They are definitely pie apples ๐Ÿ˜Š
    Thanks

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  81. Sabina Benavente says

    December 4, 2023 at 11:45 am

    Tried this apple pie for Thanksgiving it was a hit came out amazing!

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  82. Angela says

    December 14, 2023 at 9:46 pm

    Apple pie is my favorite. I need to try this out.

    Reply
  83. Barbara Auman says

    July 3, 2024 at 8:15 am

    This is now my go-to apple pie recipe. Making it again today for July 4th because the family asked for it. Probably the only recipe they ever ask for explicitly.

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I'm sharing how we manage our family's screen time I'm sharing how we manage our family's screen time and keep our kids safe online with the Circle Home Plus device and App on the blog today! ๐Ÿ˜  Seriously,  there are SO MANY great features about the Circle and it gives you so much power as a parent to keep your kids safe. Check it out! #ad @meetyourcircle @momsmeet #momsmeet #safe #safetyfirst #meetcircle #snoozeonscreentime #digitalparenting #bedtime #screentime #family #power #control #online #internet #router #homelife #giftideas
I'm really enjoying these chewable tablet pre + pr I'm really enjoying these chewable tablet pre + probiotics ๐Ÿ˜ I've been taking them consistently and they've been so gentle on my system. They're the @kyo_dophilus Pro+ Synbiotic chewables that you can take anytime with or without a meal. I wrote about my experience in a recent blog post that I'll link in the comments below. Do you take pre or probiotics?
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#ad #momsmeet @momsmeet #prebiotics #probiotics #microbiome #gut #bacteria #health #berrysmoothie #tablets #chewable #momlife #blogger #plantbased #benefit #easy #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #guthealth #immunesupport
We bought two sets of these $37 Knoxhult wall cabi We bought two sets of these $37 Knoxhult wall cabinets to use in our boys' bedroom and they're working out great. They're actually white with gray doors and while they didn't come with any hardware, we were able to add a couple of nice knobs we purchased from a hardware store. Now, the boys have extra space to store their stuff and they've been hanging in their rooms for months now so I thought I'd share in case it might help someone.๐Ÿ‘ #home #organization #ikea #cabinets #boysroom #momlife #solutions #homedecor #homeinspo #homeinterior #room #ikeahome #family
๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Tree 2020 ๐ŸŽ„ My two youngest kids ๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Tree 2020 ๐ŸŽ„ My two youngest kids had a fun time decorating our tree this year. I hope you're having a lovely holiday season. #christmas2020 #memories #Christmas #Christmastree #tree #Christmasdecor #family #tistheseason #Christmastime #lights #MerryChristmas #funtimes #remember #ornaments
Veggie omelet ๐Ÿ˜ #delicious #yum #breakfast #egg Veggie omelet ๐Ÿ˜ #delicious #yum #breakfast #eggs #tasty #delicioso #mealtime #mealideas #garden #inthekitchen #eat #eating #mmm
Kitchen is clean ๐Ÿ˜Ž #cleankitchenatnight #cleani Kitchen is clean ๐Ÿ˜Ž #cleankitchenatnight #cleaning #clean #kitchen #momlife #marriedlife #happy #funtimes #happyday #weekend #weekends #simple #simpleliving #cleaningmotivation #inspiration
Today's garden haul #garden #gardening #summer2020 Today's garden haul #garden #gardening #summer2020 #summer #tomatoes #tomato #cucumber #jalapeno #greenpepper #bellpeppers #healthyfood #healthy #vegetables #veggies #raw #delicious #tasty #gardenhaul #haul #momlife
Hubby made super fresh green salsa with jalapeรฑos Hubby made super fresh green salsa with jalapeรฑos from our garden ๐Ÿ˜ We had to buy tomatillos to make the salsa from the store. Next year, Lord willing, we'll grow our own. I hope you're enjoying your summer. I'm not ready for fall - lol. Are you? #salsa #mexicanfood #garden #gardening #yum #delicioso #delicious #summer #fall #summertime #summer2020 #food #mexican #jalapeno  #salsaverde #greensalsa #fresh #freshfood
Happy 4th of July! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ We're Happy 4th of July! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ We're celebrating with @country_donuts ๐Ÿ˜ #independenceday #4thofjuly #july4th #freedom #free #usa #independence
Spicy bacon-wrapped sausages in the air fryer ๐Ÿ˜ Spicy bacon-wrapped sausages in the air fryer ๐Ÿ˜ We stocked up on mild and hot Buona Beef sausages at the grocery store and decided to try making the spicy ones wrapped in bacon๐Ÿ‘ So good! For the process, hubby cooked the sausages a bit in the air fryer first and then wrapped them in the bacon. These were from over the weekend. Hubby made more last night.๐Ÿ˜„ I hope you guys are doing well! If you want to see the specific sausages we used, they're in the most recent grocery haul on my YouTube channel. #dinner #sausages #bacon #baconsausage #lunch #meals #mealideas #airfryer #buonabeef #momlife #airfryerrecipes #easy #whatsfordinner #delicious #yum #tasty #spicy #food #savory #delicioso #baconwrapped
I made tempeh for the first time ever yesterday. I I made tempeh for the first time ever yesterday. It was @lightlifefoods Organic Original Tempeh, which happens to be a great source of plant protein. Have you tried tempeh? What's your favorite way to eat it? I'd love to know! ๐Ÿ˜ #momsmeet #ad @momsmeet #tempeh #vegan #vegetarian #savory #nongmo #organic #protein #plantbased #food #soy #meatless #nomeat #meatlessmeals
I'm using these products to try to look younger ๐Ÿ˜‚ I think they're making a difference. They one thing I'm not crazy about is the light fragrance in the moisturizer but I love the Revitalift Ampoules ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ‘ They're very moisturizing ๐Ÿ‘ฉ #Revitalift #DermIntensives #complimentary @lorealparis @Influenster #antiaging #loreal #beauty #beautytips #aging #moisturizer #cream #youngerskin #momlife #lotion #lorealparis #lookyourbest
Thank you @calsangels for the fantastic care packa Thank you @calsangels for the fantastic care package full of toys and activities for my three youngest kids! ๐Ÿ˜ They had no idea a package was coming and loved getting new toys and games to play with. I truly appreciate it! ๐Ÿ’› For those not familiar with Cal's Angel's, they're a fantastic organization that grants wishes for kids who are sick and fighting for their lives. They granted a wish for our son, David, when he was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia and needed a bone marrow transplant. #thankyou #calscares #aplasticanemia #survivor #bmt #bonemarrowtransplant #live #blessed #blessings #saa #toys #family #surprise #love #wow #calsangels #severeaplasticanemia #wishes
Love my little Magic Bullet for making a quick smo Love my little Magic Bullet for making a quick smoothie ๐Ÿ˜„ We bought ours maybe a year ago from Bestbuy and I like that I don't have to pull out a big blender for smoothies.๐Ÿ‘ Quick and easy! #simpleliving #simplelife #momlife #smoothie #smoothies #drinks #mangosmoothie #mango #magicbullet #tasty #easy #quick #snack #mmm #worksforme #momsofinstagram #drink #bestbuy #magicbulletsmoothie
Just peeked ๐Ÿ‘€ at the pork roast for dinner and Just peeked ๐Ÿ‘€ at the pork roast for dinner and it's looking good๐Ÿ‘I'm cooking it low and slow and going to shred it and make barbecue pulled pork sandwiches ๐Ÿ˜ What's for dinner at your house? #inthekitchen #momlife #weekend #mealideas #dinner #dinnertime #mealtime #meal #pork #porkroast #weekendfun #marriedlife #whatsfordinner #dinnerideas #mmm #yum #delicious #delish #sogood #food #foodstagram #meat #delicioso #flavor #sabroso #tasty #tastyfood
We went to IKEA and picked up a new dresser for me We went to IKEA and picked up a new dresser for me. I โค it. We have a super small bedroom because we gave the master bedroom to our 3 boys, and the dresser fit perfectly in the spot next to our bed. It's tall, yes, but not too tall.๐Ÿ‘ My old dresser became hubby's because he gave his dresser to my oldest daughter. Lol - It's musical dressers around here.๐Ÿ˜‚ #yay #momlife #ikea #new #dresser #white #furniture #bedroom #ikeahome #dressers #bedroomideas
I haven't shared a #cleankitchenatnight picture in I haven't shared a #cleankitchenatnight picture in ages so here's my kitchen tonight. Dinner is done, the kitchen is clean and I'm about to make myself an iced coffee.๐Ÿ‘ #momlife #cleaning #kitchen #marriedlife #momof5 #simpleliving #simplelife #clean #inthekitchen #inspiration #mom #motherhood #tired #cleankitchen #motivation #blessed #thankful #done
Mexican Meatball (Albondigas) Soup is one of my ve Mexican Meatball (Albondigas) Soup is one of my very favorite soups and takes me back to my childhood ๐Ÿ˜Š Is there a soup that brings back childhood memories for you? #remember #memories #soup #meatballs #meatballsoup #albondigas #albondigassoup #momlife #mexican #inthekitchen #food #foodstagram #eat #eats #dinner #delicious #delicioso #delish #tasty #tastyfood #flavor #yum #mmm #mexicanfood #comida #comidamexicana #childhood
Mango smoothie made with frozen mango chunks from Mango smoothie made with frozen mango chunks from @costco and sparkling water ๐Ÿ˜ I made it in my little Magic Bullet๐Ÿ‘ #easy #momlife #mango #yum #smoothie #smoothies #delicious #healthy #simpleliving #simplelife #snack #snacktime #drinks #mangosmoothie #inthekitchen #magicbullet #healthysmoothies #costco #funtimes #mmm #drink
I can only have these Costco praline pecans in the I can only have these Costco praline pecans in the house once or twice a year because it's so hard to be self-controlled when they're around. They're so sweet and delicious that I can't eat just one or a couple. ๐Ÿ˜ฑ Lol - Hubby knows this so he bought me some for Valentine's Day and the container is already halfway empty.๐Ÿ˜ณ Oh well! I'm enjoying them! ๐Ÿ˜ Do you have a favorite food you can't keep in the house much? #pecans #delicious #snacks #sweets #sogood #yum #selfcontrol #valentines #valentinesday #love #praline #nuts #momlife #snack #delish #delicioso #eatsandtreats #treat #eats #costco #kirkland #good #foodstagram #pecan
Homemade m&m cookies ๐Ÿ˜ My daughter, Breanna, ma Homemade m&m cookies ๐Ÿ˜ My daughter, Breanna, made these for homeschool this week. I found the m&ms on clearance after Christmas hence the red and green ๐Ÿ˜‰ #cookies #homemade #homeschool #homeschooling #baking #inthekitchen #sweet #treats #delicious #delish #delicioso #yum #eatsandtreats #momlife #homeschoollife #home #simpleliving #simplelife #sweets #christmas
I did my taxes this week and I'm so happy to have I did my taxes this week and I'm so happy to have that task done! I was pretty happy to see that we finally didn't owe the State this year and instead we're getting back $1. Lol ๐Ÿ˜‚ I'll take it! I love doing my taxes using @turbotax It's super easy and not intimidating because the TurboTax program is so intuitive and walks you through everything๐Ÿ‘ Seriously, I've used TurboTax MANY times and it keeps getting better. Do you use TurboTax? ๐Ÿค“ Thanks to @influenster for a #complimentary code they sent me to try out #TurboTaxLiveExperts #contest #taxes #momlife #selfemployed #tax #taxtime #turbotax #money #todolist #refund #taxseason #simpleliving #simplelife #breakfast #done #coffee #taxrefund
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