The Best Apple Crumb Pie Recipe for Fall & Winter

Looking for a classic, comforting pie to impress your guests this season? Try this easy Apple Crumb Pie recipe!

This Apple Crumb Pie is the perfect dessert to celebrate the cozy vibes of the festive season! With tender apples, a hint of warm spices, and a golden, buttery crumb topping, it’s the ultimate treat to share with loved ones. Whether it’s for a holiday gathering or a special family dinner, this pie will quickly become a seasonal favorite.

The Best Apple Crumb Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Apple Filling:

  • 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract From Vanilla Bean (available for purchase)

For the Crumb Topping:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

For the Pie Crust:

  • 1 package refrigerated pie crust or homemade pie dough

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the Apple Filling:
    In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Prepare the Crumb Topping:
    In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  4. Assemble the Pie:
    Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the apple filling into the prepared crust, making sure it's evenly spread. Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over the apples.
  5. Bake the Pie:
    Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown. If the crust or topping is browning too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil and continue baking.
  6. Cool and Serve:
    Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the filling set and make slicing easier.

Average Baking Time: 1:30minutes

Enjoy this Apple Crumb Pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect festive treat!

Conclusion:

Baking this Apple Crumb Pie will fill your kitchen with the comforting scents of fall, making it a must-try for your festive dessert spread. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.


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