flower apple pie

How to Make a Classic Flower Apple Pie

Creating a stunning flower apple pie is easier than it looks! This recipe combines a flaky crust with a spiced apple filling, all shaped like a beautiful blooming flower. Here’s a step-by-step guide.

### Ingredients

For the crust: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup cold butter (cubed), 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 6-8 tbsp ice water.

For the filling: 6 cups peeled, sliced apples (Granny Smith works best), ¾ cup sugar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, 2 tbsp butter.

### Steps

1. Make the crust: Mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough forms. Divide into two disks; refrigerate for 1 hour.

2. Prepare filling: Toss apples with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Let sit for 15 minutes.

3. Shape the pie: Roll out one dough disk for the base. Transfer to a pie dish, fill with apple mixture, and dot with butter. Roll the second dough into a circle. Cut it into 12 equal wedges.

4. Create the flower: Arrange wedges in a circle around the pie’s edge, overlapping slightly. Fold the outer edge of the base dough over the petals and crimp to seal. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.

5. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 45-55 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbles. Cool before slicing.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a treat that’s as pretty as it is delicious!