Benjamin Franklin’s Apple Pie

Out of all the foods he experienced during his travels, Benjamin Franklin’s favorite food was apples. He was known for his saying that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” found in his Poor Richard’s Almanac. When he lived abroad, Franklin wrote to his wife frequently to request her to send barrels of apples.

“Goodeys I now and then get a few; but roasting Apples seldom, I wish you had sent me some; and I wonder how you, that used to think of everything, came to forget it.  Newton Pippins would have been the most acceptable.”
(Letter from Benjamin Franklin in London, to Deborah in Philadelphia)

This is such a great opportunity to slow down one afternoon, read a story about Benjamin Franklin, and bake a dessert together to honor and remember one of our great Founders. We hope you enjoy!

This particular apple pie recipe has been passed down in my own (Katie’s) family for three generations. It is one of my favorites and is a staple in our home. I am honored to share it with you all! If you would like to download the recipe, click here.