Classic Apple Pie Recipe: A Cosy Christmas Dessert To Bake At Home

By Aditi Saraswat

December 11, 2025

A warm, buttery apple pie is an ultimate comfort dessert that is a bit sweet, spiced up, and perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make homemade version can be prepared using everyday ingredients and giving you a bakery-style apple pie right in your kitchen.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup cold butter 3–4 tbsp cold water 4 cups sliced apples ½ cup sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp cornflour

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, add flour and cold butter, rubbing it until it gets a crumbly texture. Add some cold water slowly to make a soft dough.

Step 2

Mix the sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornflour. Toss it well so the spices coat the apple slices evenly. 

Step 3

Roll a portion of dough into a thin circle and place a greased pie dish or bowl. Make sure the edges fit in for a crunchy crust.

Step 4

Spread the spiced apple filling evenly over the base and press lightly so that the apples settle without any air gaps.

Step 5

Roll another portion of dough, place it over the filling, and seal the edges. Cut into small slits from the top so that the steam can escape.

Step 6

Bake the apple pie at 180°C for about 40–45 minutes until it turns golden and crisp. Let it cool a bit before slicing so that the filling is set perfectly.