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Easy Brown Bag Apple Pie

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This classic apple pie is baked inside a brown paper bag, locking in moisture for a soft, juicy filling and a beautifully golden crust.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 1/2 cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
  • 6–8 tbsp ice water

For the Filling:

  • 6 cups (about 6 medium) apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (55 g) brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Topping:

  • 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (55 g) unsalted butter (cold, cubed)

Instructions

Make the Pie Crust:

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients:
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Cut in Butter:
    • Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add Ice Water:
    • Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough in half, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the Filling:

  1. Mix the Apples:
    • In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss to coat the apples evenly.

Assemble the Pie:

  1. Roll Out the Dough:
    • Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming any excess dough hanging over the edges.
  2. Add the Filling:
    • Pour the apple filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
  3. Make the Topping:
    • In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to create a crumbly mixture. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples.
  4. Place in a Brown Paper Bag:
    • Place the pie dish inside a large brown paper bag. Fold the open end of the bag and staple it shut. Place the bag on a baking sheet to catch any drips.

Bake the Pie:

  1. Bake:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pie in the brown bag for 1 hour.
  2. Cool and Serve:
    • Carefully remove the pie from the bag (it will be hot!) and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • No Brown Bag? Use parchment paper or a baking dome to achieve similar results.
  • Apple Variety: Mixing tart (Granny Smith) and sweet (Fuji or Honeycrisp) apples adds depth of flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

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