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Apple Crumble Pie

Apple Crumble Pie

This apple crumble pie combines a flaky crust, spiced apple filling, and buttery crumble topping.
It’s a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion and easy to make at home.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 1
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup ice-cold water
For the egg wash
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp milk
For the crumble topping
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
For the filling
  • 10 cups apple slices
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Pastry cutter or forks
  • Rolling pin
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Baking sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt, then cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs before adding ice water and mixing just until the dough comes together.
  2. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape it into a disc, wrap it, and refrigerate until firm so it is easier to roll and holds its shape.
  3. In another bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and walnuts, then stir in melted butter until a thick, crumbly topping forms and chill it until needed.
  4. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a large circle, place it into a pie dish, trim the edges, flute them, and brush lightly with egg wash before chilling again.
  5. In a large bowl, mix the apple slices with sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla until all pieces are evenly coated.
  6. Spoon the apple filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly and packing it gently to avoid large gaps between slices.
  7. Sprinkle the chilled crumble topping evenly over the apples, making sure to cover the entire surface without pressing it down.
  8. Bake the pie at a high temperature first, then reduce the heat and continue baking until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
  9. Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature before slicing so the filling thickens and holds its shape.

Notes

This is the kind of pie that feels timeless with every slice.
From the buttery crust to the warm, spiced filling and crisp topping, it’s a dessert that delivers comfort, flavor, and just the right amount of indulgence.