Ingredients
- Egg wash - 1 egg + 1 tablespoon water whisked together
- Sugar, for sprinkling
For the Crust:
- 2 1/2 cups AP flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup shortening
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
For the Caramelized Walnut Topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup walnut halves
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
For the Filling:
- 3 apples, cored and peeled
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1/2 orange
Instructions
For the Filling:
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into a large bowl. Toss the apples with sugar, flour, spices and orange zest. Set aside.
For the Crust:
- In the bowl of food processor, pulse together flour, salt, egg, shortening, and lemon juice until the dough holds together. Form into a disk and wrap in clingfilm. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to use.
For the Caramelized Walnut Topping:
- Line a 9-inch pie plate with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a small glass bowl, mix together melted butter, brown sugar, and walnut halves. Transfer the mixture to the lined pie plate and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Divide the prepared pie dough in half. On a well-floured surface, roll out one half of the dough and fit into the pie plate, over the walnut mixture. Fill with the apple mixture.
- Roll out the remaining pie dough to place over the filling. Press the edges of the crust and primp.
- Prick the top of the crust with a fork, brush with the egg wash and sprinkle with sugar. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake 30-35 minutes or until nicely golden.
- Let the pie rest for about 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Best when served warm with a little ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8