Cozy and Delicious: The Perfect Apple Crumb Pie

Apple crumb pie is like a warm hug on a chilly day – comforting, sweet, and oh-so-satisfying. We’re diving into a fun and easy recipe that delivers on flavor with a buttery crust, gooey apple filling, and that irresistible crunchy crumb topping. Get your forks ready because this pie is about to steal the show!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Crust:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
• 4-5 tbsp ice-cold water

Filling:

• 6 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Crumb Topping:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup packed light brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)

Directions: Pie Like a Pro!

1. Crusty Business:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Toss in those cold butter cubes and cut them into the flour with a pastry cutter (or get messy with your fingers) until it looks like coarse crumbs. Add ice water a tablespoon at a time until the dough just holds together. Pat it into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and let it chill for at least an hour. (Yes, you too can chill while it rests.)

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2. Fabulous Filling:

Toss your sliced apples in a large bowl with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Make sure those apples are fully coated in all that sweet spice. It’s their time to shine.

3. Crumb-tastic Topping:

In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Add in the cold butter cubes and blend it until you get those pea-sized crumbs. You’ll want to sprinkle this over everything – but save it for the pie!

4. Assemble the Magic:

Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Add the apple filling evenly, and then pile on that glorious crumb topping.

5. Bake It Till You Make It:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pop the pie onto the center rack and bake for 50-60 minutes until the topping is golden and the apple juices are bubbling up like sweet lava. If the crust edges are browning too fast, just cover them with some foil.

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6. Cool Down and Dig In:

Let the pie cool completely so the filling sets. Slice, serve, and watch it disappear. Pair it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence!

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
• Total Time: About 1 ½ hours (but worth every minute!)

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 400
• Total Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Sugars: 35g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 3g

Side Dish Ideas: Pie’s Best Buddies

• A scoop of vanilla ice cream (because why not?)
• Spiced chai tea for a warm fall vibe
• A drizzle of caramel sauce for that extra wow factor

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Conclusion: Your New Favorite Dessert

This apple crumb pie is the kind of dessert that gets requests for seconds (and thirds). The mix of tart apples, sweet spices, and buttery crumb topping makes it perfect for cozy get-togethers or as a showstopper at the holiday table. Make it once, and you’ll be crowned the official pie-maker of every event – we’re not even sorry about it.