Get ready for an unforgettable treat with the Apple Pie by Esqueda. The delightful recipe brings together sweet gala apples, a buttery crust, and just the right amount of sugar and spice, creating a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
When making Apple Pie by Esqueda, you might want to consider using unsalted butter for better control over the pie’s saltiness. If you’re out of gala apples, feel free to substitute with your favorite baking apples, like Granny Smith or Fuji. All-purpose flour is recommended for the filling to ensure a nice thick consistency, and if allergies are a concern, check that your pie crust is gluten-free if needed.
Pies & Tarts
Apple Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 16 gala apples
- 2 pie crusts
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour to form a paste.
- Add 1/4 cup of water, 1 cup of white sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar, then bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the temperature and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes.
- Place one of the pie crusts in your pie pan and fill it with the 16 gala apples, mounding them slightly in the center.
- Cover the apple filling with a lattice work of the second pie crust.
- Gently pour the sugar and butter liquid over the crust, doing so slowly to avoid overflow.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Continue to bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Part of our Homemade Pie and Tart Recipes collection — Part 1 of 5:
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