Grandma Annie's Easy Apple Pie Recipe

Step 1

Preheat the oven: Heat to 400° to start. You'll lower the temperature after a few minutes.

Step 2

Prepare the pie crusts: Roll out the pie crusts and lay one in the bottom of the dish, making sure to gently push it back along the sides.

Step 3

Make the apple mixture: Slice the apples and put them in a bowl. Add the cinnamon, flour, bourbon, lemon juice, and sugar, and mix with a wooden spoon until they are coated.

Step 4

Fill the pie: Gently pour or place the apples in the pie dish. It will be slightly mounded in the center, but it will reduce as it bakes.

Step 5

Top with the crust: Create a lattice design or simply lay the top piece right over the pie. Use your fingers to connect the edges, making sure there's a good seal. Brush the caramel sauce over the crust. This will give your pie a gorgeous crispy crust.

Step 6

Bake: Bake at 400° for 10 minutes, then lower the temperature to 375° and continue to bake for 40 minutes. If the crust starts to get too brown, cover it with aluminum foil for the rest of the baking time.