Apple Pie with Maple Syrup

Ingredients:

• For the dough:

  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 125 g cold butter, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3-4 tablespoons cold water

• For the filling:

  • 4-5 medium apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
  • 100 ml of pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small cubes

• For gilding:

  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water

Instructions:

1. Preparation of the dough:

   • In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the butter and work the mixture with your fingertips until it has a sandy texture.
   • Add the water, one spoonful at a time, mixing just until the dough begins to come together. Shape into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and let rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

2. Preparation of the filling:

   • In another bowl, toss the sliced ​​apples with the maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and flour until the apples are well coated.

3. Assemble the pie:

   • Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
   • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and line a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan with some of the dough.
   • Pour the apple filling into the tart shell and sprinkle small cubes of butter on top.
   • Cover with the remaining dough, seal the edges and make incisions in the center to allow steam to escape.
   • Brush the surface of the tart with the beaten egg to obtain a nice golden color.

4. Cooking:

   • Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the apples are tender.

5. Serve:

   • Let the pie cool on a rack before serving. This pie is delicious both hot and cold, accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or simply a drizzle of maple syrup to enhance this sweet flavor.

This is a recipe that speaks to the soul, reminiscent of family time, crisp fall afternoons, and the comfort of home. I hope your readers find as much joy in making it as they do in eating it.