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A freshly baked apple pie, a true American classic, on a wooden surface.

Effortless Apple Pie American

A simple and delicious apple pie that's easy to make, perfect for any occasion. This recipe uses refrigerated pie crusts and apple pie filling for a quick and satisfying dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 medium-sized baking apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji recommended)
  • 1 cup apple pie filling or apple butter
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 sheets)
Optional Egg Wash
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pie Plate (9-inch)
  • Large Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Unroll one pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate, trimming excess dough and leaving a 1/2-inch overhang.
  2. Peel, core, and thinly slice apples, then combine them with apple pie filling or apple butter in a large bowl, ensuring they are well coated.
Assembly
  1. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, mounding it slightly in the center.
  2. Unroll the second pie crust and place it over the filling, crimping the edges to seal or cutting into strips for a lattice top; trim and crimp both crusts together. Cut a few slits in the top crust for steam, or brush with an egg wash for a golden, shiny crust.
Baking
  1. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch drips and bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
  2. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 35-45 minutes more, or until golden brown and bubbly; cover edges with foil if browning too quickly.
Cooling
  1. Cool the pie completely on a wire rack for 2-3 hours to allow the filling to set properly before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp. If you don't have apple pie filling, you can use homemade apple butter or even a simple mixture of sliced apples with cinnamon, sugar, and a touch of flour or cornstarch to thicken.