Are you ready to whip up something delicious for you and your someone special? This apple pie for two recipe is made with a homemade pie dough, fresh apples and plenty of sugar and spice!
It’s easy enough that even beginners can master it in no time. All you need are a few basic ingredients from your pantry and a little patience while the pie bakes, and it will fill your home with an amazing aroma!
For even more delicious fall dessert ideas, check out our collection of Apple Dessert Recipes.
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Making apple pie from scratch is the perfect dessert for two!
This recipe uses homemade pie dough. But if you prefer, you can use your favorite brand of refrigerator pie dough.
Check out my post on Pie Crust Basics for full step-by-step photos. You can also check out my post on Pie Crust Basics Part Part Two for ideas on decorating pies using homemade pie dough.
Looking for more Easy Desserts? Try my Homemade Pecan Pie, Mini Pumpkin Pies, and my Traditional Apple Pie Recipe...Yum!
Table of Contents
How to Slice Apple for Apple Pie
- When looking for apples that are suitable for baking, choose firm and tart varieties. Some popular options are Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
- Begin by thoroughly washing the apples under running water. Next, use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin. If you prefer to keep the skin on, that's perfectly alright!
- Use an apple corer or a sharp knife to remove the apple cores. Make sure to cut around the core and remove any seeds.
- Start by placing each cored apple on a cutting board. Hold the apple firmly and confidently slice it into thin, even slices. Aim for slices that are about ¼ inch thick for the perfect bite-sized snack. And if you prefer thicker slices, no worries! Just adjust the thickness to your liking.
- Stop your apple slices from turning brown by simply tossing them with a splash of lemon juice. The natural acidity in the lemon juice works wonders in slowing down the browning process.
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Ingredients
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Granny Smith apples are also a great choice to use in apple pies.
- Add raisins to the apples for a fun twist!
- Add pears, cranberries, or even blueberries to the apple filling for a more complex flavor.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the finished pie or mix it into the apple filling.
- Feel free to skip the homemade pie crust and use refrigerated pie dough.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Combine the salt with the flour, then incorporate the shortening. Use a pastry blender until the mixture resembles cornmeal. Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until well incorporated.
Step 2: Keep adding the water and stirring until the dough comes together and forms a ball. Shape the dough into a flat disc, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about an hour.
Step 3: Peel, core, and dice the apples then toss them in the lemon juice, sugar, and cinnamon.
Step 4: On a lightly floured surface or on a piece of parchment paper, roll the dough out to ⅛th inch thick.
Step 5: Use the individual pie plate as a guide to cut out 4 circles.
Step 6: Press the bottom crust into both of the pie plates.
Step 7: Evenly distribute the apple pie filling among the pie plates, then divide the butter and place it on top of the apples.
Step 8: Position the top crusts over the pies, then trim and crimp the edges. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, before adding the pies.
Step 9: Coat each pie with egg wash and sprinkle sugar on top.
Apple Pie Internal Temp
To check if your apple pie is completely baked, insert a meat thermometer into the center of the pie. When it reaches 175°F, it's done!
Step 10: Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake for 25-30 minutes until the crusts turn golden brown and the filling bubbles. Let the pies cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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Serving Tips
Serve with fresh homemade whipped cream on top. Homemade vanilla ice cream works great too!
And if you don't have time for "homemade" try a scoop of Cool Whip Whipped Topping...which is what I did!
Storing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Wrap leftovers in foil or place in an air tight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days. If your kitchen isn't too warm, you can also leave at room temperature covered.
Freezer: Prep these pies ahead of time for an easy dessert. Prepare the pies according to the instructions. Wrap the unbaked pies in aluminum foil then place in an air tight container or large zip top bag. You can freeze the pies for up to 4 weeks.
Thawing and Reheating: When ready to enjoy, pop the frozen pie right into the oven. Add about 15 more minutes to the baking time.
Top Recipe Tip
Allow the dough to chill before using, so the gluten can relax and make rolling it out easier and avoid shrinkage.
Learn how to decorate a pie with crimps, braids, or cutouts to make it beautiful! If your crust is getting too brown before it's done baking, loosely cover it with some aluminum foil.
Recipe FAQ's
To view the answers, simply click on the down arrow (⬇) next to each question. If you have any other questions not answered here, please leave a comment!
A full size 9 inch pie would take about an hour, where on the other hand, our individual pies bake for 20-30 minutes. Look for when you can see the filling bubbling up through the vents of the top crust. If there's no bubbles, it needs more time in the oven.
When selecting apples for a homemade apple pie, look for firm, tart apples that are perfect for baking. Popular varieties include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
Whether to peel the apples for your apple pie is a matter of personal preference. If you choose to leave the skin on, make sure to wash the apples thoroughly to remove any dirt or residue.
Try these recipes next...
- Check out my other recipe for Pumpkin Desserts for Two.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Caramel Apple Dump Cake.
📖 Recipe Card
Apple Pie for Two
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup shortening
- 3-4 tablespoons ice cold water
- 2 apples
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter
Method
- Combine the flour and salt together.
- Using a pastry blender or two forks, combine the shortening into the flour until it looks like cornmeal.
- Using a fork, add the water one tablespoon at a time and incorporate the water into the flour/shortening mixture.
- Keep adding the water, one tablespoon at a time, and keep stirring until the dough begins to come together, pulling away from the sides of the bowl and forming a ball of dough.
- Remove the ball of dough from your bowl and shape it into a flat disc.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for about an hour before using.
- Peel, core, and dice the apples into quarters.
- Toss the apples with the lemon juice.
- Add the sugar and cinnamon to the apples, then toss to combine.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie dough to ⅛th inch thick and using the individual pie plate as a guide, cut out four circles; 2 for the bottom crusts and 2 for the crusts.
- Press the bottom crust into the 2 pie plates.
- Divide the apple pie filling evenly between both pie plates.
- Divide the butter between both pies.
- Arrange the top pie crust on top of the apples. Trim and crimp the edges.
- Place both pies on top of a sheet pan that's been lined with parchment paper.
- Brush each pie with the egg wash. Sprinkle the tops of each pie with a sprinkle of sugar.
- Bake the pies for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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