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Pillsbury Apple Pie

This easy Pillsbury Apple Pie combines a flaky ready-made crust with spiced fresh apples for a comforting dessert that comes together in under 20 minutes of prep time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 Pillsbury pie crusts one for bottom, one for top, thawed
  • 6 cups fresh apples peeled, cored, and sliced thin (about 6 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon water for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar optional, for topping

Equipment

  • 9 inch pie dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife for slicing apples
  • Cutting board
  • Fork or pastry brush
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet or oven rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it reach temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Place one thawed Pillsbury pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently into the corners.
  3. Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices for even cooking.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and salt.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with the sugar and spice mixture, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until evenly coated.
  6. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared crust, mounding slightly in the center without packing tightly.
  7. Cover the filling with the second thawed pie crust, trim excess dough, and seal edges by crimping with a fork or pinching decoratively.
  8. Brush the top crust with the egg yolk and water mixture, then sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  9. Bake on a baking sheet or oven rack for 45 to 50 minutes, until the crust is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  10. Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes (up to 30 minutes for cleaner slices) before cutting and serving.

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic finish.