What you will need

2 1/2 pounds (1.2kg) Golden Delicious apples

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 cup (100g) sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

3/4 cup (140g) dark raisins or currants

1 tablespoon dark rum

2 cups (280g) unbleached all-purpose flour

1/3 cup (65g) sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

8 tablespoons (115g) unsalted butter, (cold)

2 large eggs

1 cup (140g) confectioners’ sugar

1 1/2 tablespoons water

French Apple Pie