Description
This Dutch Apple Pie recipe delivers the ultimate comfort with its tender Granny Smith apples, perfectly spiced filling, and a crispy, buttery streusel topping. Baked to golden perfection, this classic American dessert is ideal for any cozy occasion, especially during fall.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust
- 6 cups peeled and thinly sliced Granny Smith apples
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Streusel Topping
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- â…“ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust into a pie plate and set aside.
- Mix the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and thinly sliced Granny Smith apples with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour until the apples are well coated with the mixture.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Spoon the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, mounding slightly in the center to ensure an even distribution.
- Make the Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, packed light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Top the Pie: Evenly sprinkle the prepared streusel topping over the apple filling in the pie crust.
- Bake Covered: Place the pie on a baking sheet and loosely cover it with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes to allow the filling to cook evenly.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the streusel topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set properly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Granny Smith apples hold their shape well and balance the sweet topping with a tart flavor.
- Serve the pie warm with vanilla ice cream for a comforting dessert experience.
- For an extra crispy streusel topping, chill the topping mixture for 15 minutes before sprinkling it over the apples.
