Description
This recipe guides you through making the ultimate Dutch apple pie, featuring a rich, buttery crumb topping. It’s a classic dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 recipe for double pie crust
- 6-8 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6-7 cups)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- For the Crumb Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a 9-inch pie plate with one crust.
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, 1/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the lemon juice and melted butter to the apple mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the crumb topping by combining 1 cup flour, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Evenly sprinkle the crumb topping over the apple filling.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
- Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for another 35-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- If the crust begins to brown too quickly, loosely tent the pie with aluminum foil.
- Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2-3 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Use a mix of apple varieties for the best flavor and texture. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Fuji are good choices.
- Ensure the butter for the crumb topping is cold for the best crumbly texture.
- Allowing the pie to cool completely is crucial for the filling to set properly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 35g
- Sodium: Approximately 200mg
- Fat: Approximately 25g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 10g
- Trans Fat: Approximately 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 60g
- Fiber: Approximately 4g
- Protein: Approximately 4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 60mg