Ina Garten Apple Pie Recipe

This flaky spiced Ina Garten Apple Pie is made with tart apples, ground cinnamon, and a buttery crust, ready in 2 hours and 30 minutes. The moment you slice through the golden top layer, fragrant steam and bubbling fruit juices spill out onto the plate. I always bake this traditional dessert when the autumn weather finally turns crisp.

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake Recipe
• Ina Garten Sugar Cookie Recipe
• Ina Garten Coconut Cupcakes Recipe

Why This Classic Works

I used to struggle with watery fruit fillings until I tried this specific method of tossing the apples with fresh citrus juice. The combination of lemon and orange brightens the rich, warm spices beautifully.

My biggest mistake in the past was piling the fruit too flat instead of creating a high mound. Building a dome shape ensures the crust bakes securely over the filling without sagging into a gap.

Ina Garten Apple Pie Ingredients

• 1 recipe double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
• 4 pounds apples (half Granny Smith, half Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
• 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water

How To Make Ina Garten Apple Pie

1. 1. Prepare The Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into thick wedges. Toss them in a large bowl with the lemon and orange juice.
2. 2. Add The Spices: Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until the apples are evenly coated.
3. 3. Roll The Crust: Roll out half of the pie crust on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch deep-dish pie pan.
4. 4. Fill The Pie: Mound the apple mixture high in the center of the pie crust. Dot the top of the fruit evenly with the diced butter.
5. 5. Add Top Crust: Roll out the second crust and drape it over the apples. Crimp the edges tightly to seal and cut three slits in the top.
6. 6. Bake The Pie: Brush the crust with the egg wash. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour until the crust is golden and juices bubble.

Recipe Tips

• Mix your apples: Using both tart and sweet baking apples creates a balanced flavor and prevents a mushy texture.
• Keep the dough cold: Chill your pie crust until the exact moment you are ready to roll it out to ensure flaky layers.
• Protect the edges: If the crimped edges brown too quickly, wrap a ring of foil around the pan for the last twenty minutes.
• Let it cool completely: Slicing the pie while piping hot will cause the filling to run, so give it at least two hours to set.

What To Serve With Apple Pie

A warm slice pairs beautifully with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream melting over the top. You can also serve it with a drizzle of salted caramel sauce or a dollop of freshly whipped cream.

How To Store

Keep the baked pie loosely covered with foil at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can freeze the unbaked pie for up to three months before baking it directly from frozen.

FAQs

• Why is my apple pie watery?
  Watery pies happen when the apples release too much juice or the pie is sliced while too hot. Let the baked pie cool for a few hours so the pectin can thicken the juices.
• Should I cook the apples before baking?
  This specific method uses raw apples tossed in sugar and spices. Mounding them high ensures the pie remains full even as the raw fruit cooks down in the oven.
• Can I use only one
• of apple?
  You can, but a blend of tart and sweet varieties yields the best results. A mix gives the filling a more complex flavor profile.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 210mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 58g
• Protein: 4g

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
• Ina Garten Carrot Cake Recipe
• Ina Garten Tres Leches Cake Recipe

Ina Garten Apple Pie Recipe

Recipe by Imen Dridi

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

3

hours 

20

minutes

Total time

3

hours 

50

minutes

Ina Garten Apple Pie features flaky layers, tender mixed apples, fresh citrus juices, and ground cinnamon ready in 2 hours and 30 minutes. This comforting, buttery deep-dish bake is a fantastic traditional dessert for holiday gatherings or cozy autumn weekends.

Ingredients

• 1 recipe double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

• 4 pounds apples (half Granny Smith, half Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup light brown sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced

• 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water

Directions

• 1. Prepare The Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into thick wedges. Toss them in a large bowl with the lemon and orange juice.
• 2. Add The Spices: Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until the apples are evenly coated.
• 3. Roll The Crust: Roll out half of the pie crust on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch deep-dish pie pan.
• 4. Fill The Pie: Mound the apple mixture high in the center of the pie crust. Dot the top of the fruit evenly with the diced butter.
• 5. Add Top Crust: Roll out the second crust and drape it over the apples. Crimp the edges tightly to seal and cut three slits in the top.
• 6. Bake The Pie: Brush the crust with the egg wash. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour until the crust is golden and juices bubble.