If you love apple pie, but don't have the time to make it from scratch, then you're in luck! This recipe is quick and easy. All you need are a few ingredients that can be found at your local grocery store, including. premade pie dough! Bake this easy apple pie recipe when you are craving something sweet. The juicy apples are covered in a syrupy cinnamon sauce, making each bite of the pie sweet and delicious!
Apple pie is a staple of the American dessert table. It's sweet, tart, and perfect for any occasion.
Bet you didn't know that we eat apple pie in Mexico too? Well, we do, and here is an easy recipe using a quick hack to help you make this easy apple pie at home!
History Behind Mexican Apple Pie
Apples are grown in different regions of Mexico, but the state of Chihuahua, in the northern part of Mexico, has the most significant apple production in the country, and apple pie is a traditional dessert there. It is a recipe that was inherited from the Mennonite missionaries that arrived in that state during colonial times and has been enjoyed for many years throughout Mexico, particularly in the north.
I’m glad that Mexico and the USA both have apple pie in common, and that we can all come together during the holidays to enjoy this classic dessert! And, since the holidays are just around the corner, I thought I’d make this recipe using the Texas Pie Company Original Dough Puck for the crust. It makes it a lot easier for those who are caught in the holiday rush and don’t have time to prepare the traditional meals from scratch.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Apple Pie Recipe
Before I share my recipe, here are a few questions I've been asked about homemade apple pie.
Where can I buy pre-made pie crust?
I bought this dough puck at H-E-B, one of my favorite stores here in Texas! They have a vast selection of products including many of the ingredients I use to cook our traditional Mexican meals. You can ultimately buy any kind of pie crust you like- as long as it will save you time!
What are the best apples for apple pie?
There are a lot of different types of apples to use when making an apple pie! I have found that the best apples for apple pie are Granny Smith. Other apples that work well in apple pies include McIntosh, Cortland, and Golden Delicious.
Tip: If you have your heart set on using granny smith just be sure to add some lemon or lime juice to the apple pie filling.
Does pie taste good with ice cream on top?
Yes, I love this apple pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top! Serve it that way or plain - however you like it best.
How do you store leftover apple pie?
The best way to store leftover apple pie is to cover it tightly with either plastic wrap, a lid, or aluminum foil and store it in the refrigerator. It will only last about a week, so eat it up!
Can you freeze this apple pie?
Yes, this is a very freezer-friendly type of pie. Just bake it completely and then let it cool down. Seal it tight with either a freezer-safe lid or aluminum foil. Store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.
When you are ready to eat it again, let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Then, reheat it at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes.
Easy Homemade Apple Pie
Here is a list of ingredients you will need to make this pie.
- Texas Pie Company Original Dough Pucks (or any premade pie dough)
- Apple
- Cornstarch (or flour)
- Sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground clove
- Lime juice
- Salt
- Butter
- Egg
Please note: For exact measurements of the ingredients listed above, scroll down to the recipe card located at the bottom of this post!
How To Make Apple Pie: Step By Step Tutorial
To make things easier for you, I am going to break down the directions to this recipe into sections.
Prepare The Pie Crust
- Roll one puck of pie dough on a floured surface. Make sure your dough is still cool to the touch; this temperature will keep it from breaking apart when you place it in your pie dish. Roll out to 12 - 13 inches in diameter.
- With the help of your rolling pin, transfer the dough to your 9-inch pie dish.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place in your fridge while you prepare the filling.
Make The Apple Pie Filling
- Peel and core the apples, then cut them into ½-inch wedges. Cutting the apples with this thickness will help them to keep their shape after being cooked. It's better to have thicker wedges, as the apples also tend to shrink while cooking.
- Combine the apples, flour, sugar, ground clove, cinnamon, lemon juice, and salt in a large bowl. Mix well!
- Place this mixture into your pie dish and add small cubes of butter over the apples.
Crust The Top Of The Pie
- Roll out the second disk of dough and place it on top of the pie.
- Trim the excess dough from the top disk, but make sure it still hangs over the bottom part by an extra inch.
- Gently press the edges to seal them together, then grab the overhanging dough and tuck it under to form the edge.
- Next, use your thumb and index finger to crimp the edge all around the pie.
- Cut some vents in the dough on the top to help release steam, then cover the pie with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
Bake The Pie
- Preheat oven to 400º F.
- When ready to bake, beat the whole egg and brush onto the dough, then sprinkle with some sugar.
- Set the pie dish on your already-prepared baking sheet and place it in your oven.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 400ºF, then reduce temperature to 375ºF. Keep baking for 60-70 more minutes. In case the edges get too brown, cover with aluminum foil while baking.
When done, the crust will look golden, and some of the apple juices will be bubbling out the top of the pie. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 1 hour. Let the pie cool and settle, that way the pie will be firm and it will be easier to cut into slices!
What To Serve With Homemade Apple Pie
This is one of my all-time favorite desserts! It tastes delicious with sopaipillas too. Or, enjoy a slice of pie with a few homemade churros with some dulce de leche (caramel) drizzled over the top.
More Authentic Mexican Recipes To Enjoy
If you enjoyed this easy apple pie recipe, take a look at some of these other authentic Mexican recipes:
I hope you make this apple pie! If this recipe was of any help to you, come back to let me know your experience. Please leave us a comment done below and tell us all about it!
¡Buen provecho!
Mely
Apple Pie
Ingredients
- 2 Texas Pie Company Original Dough Pucks thawed, but still a little cool.
- 8 large apples about 3 lbs.; you can use Granny Smith, Rome, or Golden Delicious
- 3 tablespoons of cornstarch or ½ cup of flour
- ⅔ Cups of sugar*
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- A pinch of ground clove
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of butter cold and cut into small cubes
- 1 whole egg beaten (to varnish)
- 1 tablespoon white sugar for dusting
- Flour for dusting working area
- You will also need a 9-inch pie dish and a baking dish covered with aluminum foil.
Instructions
- Roll one puck of pie dough on a floured surface. Make sure your dough is still cool to the touch; this temperature will keep it from breaking apart when you place it in your pie dish. Roll out to 12 – 13 inches in diameter.
- With the help of your rolling pin, transfer the dough to your 9-inch pie dish. Cover with a plastic wrap and place in your fridge while you prepare the filling.
- Peel and core the apples, then cut them into ½-inch wedges. Cutting the apples with this thickness will help them to keep their shape after being cooked. It’s better to have thicker wedges, as the apples also tend to shrink while cooking.
- Combine the apples, flour, sugar, ground clove, cinnamon, lemon juice, and salt in a large bowl. Mix well. Place this mixture into your pie dish. Place the small cubes of butter over the apples.
- Roll out the second disk of dough and place it on top of the pie. Trim the excess dough from the top disk, but make sure it still hangs over the bottom part by an extra inch. Gently press the edges to seal them together, then grab the overhanging dough and tuck it under to form the edge. Next, use your thumb and index finger to crimp the edge all around the pie. Cut some vents in the dough on the top to help release steam, then cover the pie with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400º F.
- When ready to bake, beat the whole egg and brush onto the dough, then sprinkle with some sugar. Set the pie dish on your already-prepared baking sheet and place in your oven. Bake for 10 minutes at 400ºF, then reduce temperature to 375ºF. Keep baking for 60-70 more minutes. In case the edges get too brown, cover with aluminum foil while baking.
elaine stenzel
recipe sounds good,but we live in the midwest and can't get the heb puck crust.what is the alternative that we can buy,and what do you think is the best buy.
mmartinez
Hello Elaine,
You can use other store bought pie crust if you can't find the HEB Puck brand. OR if you have a favorite homemade recipe you can use that one too to make the apple pie.
Erika
Yum looks delicious. And super easy with the premade crust.