Nothing says comfort food quite like a warm slice of apple pie. Whether you enjoy it plain or topped with ice cream, this classic dessert recipe is always sure to please. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the recipe of the day: apple pie.

: Ingredients

1 double crust pie crust
6 cups sliced apples, peeled and cored
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)

: Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Roll out pie crust and place one crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
In a large bowl, combine apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and flour. Mix well.
Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust. Dot with butter.
Place the second pie crust on top of the apple mixture and press the edges together to seal.
Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Brush the top crust with egg wash.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Remove from oven and let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

: Variations

If you’re feeling adventurous, try one of these variations on the classic apple pie:.

: Salted Caramel Apple Pie

Add 1/2 cup of homemade salted caramel sauce to the apple mixture before pouring into the pie crust. Bake as directed.

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: Apple Crumb Pie

Omit the top crust and top the apple filling with a crumb mixture made from 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 cup softened butter. Bake for 45-50 minutes.