Honey Roasted Golden Delicious Apple Pie with Flaky Crust
A classic American apple pie featuring Golden Delicious apples tossed in honey instead of sugar for deeper caramelized sweetness. The honey coating creates a glossy finish and enhances the natural apple flavors while the double crust provides a buttery, flaky texture. Perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving dinner, or any occasion calling for comfort dessert. The honey glaze brushed on after baking adds extra shine and sweetness that sets this version apart from traditional sugar-based apple pies.
Ingredients
- 3 lb Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
- ⅓ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons Gold Medal all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box
- 2 tablespoons honey(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Move oven rack to lowest position and heat oven to 400°F
- 2
Mix apples, honey, flour and cinnamon in large bowl, tossing to coat
- 3
Place one pie crust in 9 1/2-inch glass deep-dish pie plate as directed on box
- 4
Spoon apple mixture into crust, mounding in center
- 5
Top with second crust, seal edges and flute
- 6
Cut 4 slits in top crust to allow steam to escape
- 7
Place pie plate on cookie sheet
- 8
Bake on lowest oven rack 55 to 60 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly
- 9
Brush with remaining honey
- 10
Cool completely on cooling rack, about 4 hours
Tips
Place pie on a cookie sheet to catch any drips and ensure even bottom browning
Cool completely before slicing to allow filling to set properly, otherwise it will be runny
Use Golden Delicious apples as they hold their shape well and have natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with honey
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate up to 3 days
Can be made 1 day ahead and stored covered at room temperature
Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Common Mistakes
Do not skip cooling time to avoid runny filling
Do not overbake to avoid burnt crust and dried filling
Do cut steam vents to avoid soggy bottom crust
FAQ
Can I use other apple varieties for this pie?
Yes, but choose firm apples like Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or Granny Smith. Avoid soft apples like Red Delicious as they become mushy when baked.
What if my pie crust browns too quickly during baking?
Cover the edges with foil strips if they brown too fast. You can also tent the entire pie with foil for the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
How long will this pie keep at room temperature?
The pie will keep covered at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.