Apple Pie à la Mode
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Apple Pie à la Mode, a delightful dessert that combines a flaky, buttery crust with a warm spiced apple filling, all served with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. The sweet aroma of cinnamon and baked apples creates a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of family gatherings and cozy evenings at home. This classic recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to fit any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive celebrations. Get ready to create lasting memories with every delicious slice!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g all-purpose flour
- 60 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 220 g unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 110 g water
- 1 kg apples (Pink Lady, Royal Gala or Fuji)
- 75 g unsalted butter (for filling)
- 190 g brown sugar
- 1¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1¼ tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ tsp salt (for filling)
- 2½ tbsp water (for filling)
- Vanilla ice cream (to serve)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add cold butter cubes and blend until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until the dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate.
- Make the Filling: Peel and slice apples thinly. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, salt, and water. Cook until apples are tender.
- Assemble: Roll out the chilled dough for the bottom crust in a pie dish; fill with apple mixture. Roll out another piece for the top crust; place it over the filling.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush top with an egg wash (beaten egg + agua) and sprinkle with brown sugar. Bake for about 80 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Allow cooling slightly before slicing; serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg