EMBRACE THE FLAVORS OF THE SEASON WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL APPLE & BERRY LATTICE PIE. WITH A PERFECTLY FLAKY CRUST AND A SWEET, TANGY FILLING, THIS DESSERT IS AS DELIGHTFUL TO MAKE AS IT IS TO EAT. IT’S THE PERFECT TREAT TO SHARE WITH LOVED ONES, OR TO SAVOR ALL ON YOUR OWN! HERE’S HOW TO BAKE IT:

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 6-8 tbsp ice water
• 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 cup mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries, or your choice)
• 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, mixed berries, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Mix until the fruit is evenly coated.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough discs to fit your pie dish. Carefully transfer the dough to the dish and trim any excess.
6. Pour the fruit mixture into the pie crust.
7. Roll out the second dough disc and cut it into strips. Create a lattice pattern over the filling by weaving the strips together.
8. Brush the lattice with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
10. Let the pie cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar (if desired) and serving.

Chef’s Tip: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Enjoy this classic apple & berry lattice pie with family and friends, or keep it all to yourself—we won’t tell!