Pillsbury Apple Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Pillsbury pie crusts
- 6 cups sliced apples
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and place one pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Toss until apples are well coated.
- Pour apple mixture into the pie crust.
- Dot with butter pieces.
- Place second pie crust over the filling and seal the edges.
- Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- In a small bowl, beat egg with water.
- Brush the top crust with egg mixture.
- Sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F.
- Continue baking for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Special Notes
This Pillsbury apple pie recipe uses convenient store-bought pie crusts to create a delicious, homemade-tasting pie. The combination of different sugars and spices creates a complex flavor profile that's both sweet and warm. The key is to not overfill the pie and to seal the edges properly to prevent the filling from leaking. This pie is perfect for fall and winter months and can be served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The recipe can be customized by using different types of apples or adding other fruits. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.