Description
A golden apple pie with a flaky lattice crust and rich caramel drizzle. Granny Smith apples provide a perfect tartness, while the caramel sauce balances with subtle sweetness. Ideal for mastering technique and showcasing fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Granny Smith Apples 8 small
Unsalted Butter ½ cup
All-Purpose Flour 3 tbsp
White Sugar ½ cup
Brown Sugar ½ cup
Water ¼ cup
Double-Crust Pie Pastry 1 (9-inch) thawed
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
Cut each apple into ⅛-inch slices, removing cores
Melt butter in saucepan, stir in flour to form roux
Add sugars and water, bring to boil then simmer 3-5 minutes
Press one pastry into 9-inch pie pan
Cut remaining pastry into 1-inch strips
Lay four vertical strips spaced evenly over filling
Fold first and third strips back, add horizontal strip
Unfold verticals, repeat with second/fourth strips
Trim excess pastry, pinch edges to seal
Pour caramel over lattice, avoid underfilling
Bake 15 minutes at 425°F, then 35-45 minutes at 350°F
Notes
Chill everything – Cold butter and dough prevent soggy crusts
Use 4 vertical strips for lattice – Ensures even coverage without collapsing
Simmer 5 minutes minimally – Prevents caramel from becoming too thick
Brush caramel on lattice – Adds shine but avoid excess to prevent blackening
Substitute vegan margarine for dairy-free crust
Swap honey or maple syrup for traditional sugar
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg