Description
This Apple Crumble Pie combines a flaky crust, spiced apple filling, and a buttery crumb topping for a classic and comforting dessert. It’s the perfect mix of tender apples and crunchy topping, ideal for holidays or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
- Crumble Topping:
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Pie Filling:
- 1 unbaked pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 8–10 apples (Granny Smith and Red Delicious or Cosmic Crisp), peeled and sliced (about 8 cups)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Remove the pie crust from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C) and place a rack in the center.
- Roll out pie crust to 11–12 inches in diameter and 1/8-inch thickness. Transfer to a 9-inch pie pan, trim or crimp edges, then refrigerate while making the filling.
- For the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Mix with a fork, then stir in melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Peel, core, and slice apples using a mandoline or sharp knife to 1/4-inch slices. Add sliced apples and lemon juice to the spice mixture and toss to coat.
- Layer apples horizontally into the prepared pie crust, building from the outside in.
- Top with crumble mixture, gently pressing to fill any gaps. Place pie on a baking sheet to catch any overflow.
- Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F and continue baking for 50–55 minutes. Loosely tent with foil if the topping begins to brown too quickly.
- Check doneness with a knife—it should insert easily through the apples. Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a combination of apples for the best balance of sweet and tart flavors—Gala, Granny Smith, Cosmic Crisp, Honeycrisp, or Golden Delicious all work well.
- If the top is browning too fast, loosely cover with foil after 35–40 minutes of baking.
- To freeze: Wrap unbaked pie tightly in foil. Bake from frozen covered with foil for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake as directed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 347
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
