How do You Know When An Apple Pie is Done?

Question

I am baking a pie right now, and the instructions say to cook for about 40 min... but our oven is not very reliable, and things usually cook faster than in a normal oven. How do I know when a Apple Pie (no lattice, just a top pie crust) is done?

Answer 1

I learned how to make apple pie at school, then made one for thanksgiving and the both turned out well (i had my doubts though, lol) the recipe told us to put it is for 45 minutes at 450 or 425 degrees, but my teacher told us to change it to 90 minutes at 350 degrees so that the inside could cook better and the crust wouldn't get too cooked.
I think cooking it until the crust looks golden brown should be good.

Answer 2

When I make fruit pies I always leave an air hole in the center of the crust (lets the steam out, so keeps the pastry from getting soggy ). When the crust is pale golden I check the pie by inserting a thin knife in the air hole. You can feel when the fruit is cooked through. Reduce heat and continue baking until golden.

Answer 3

Use your nose!

It will smell done and when you look at it, the crust should be nice and brown and the juice should be bubbling out of the steam vents

Can I have some when it's done?

Answer 4

Your nose will know - trust me. Also the crust needs to be golden brown.

Answer 5

have u seen american pie movie before?