Apple Cinnamon Crumble Pie Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this irresistible Apple Cinnamon Crumble Pie! Made with tart Granny Smith apples and a buttery, cinnamon-spiced crumble topping, this recipe is perfect for dessert or a cozy autumn treat. Easily adaptable – bake it in a pie dish for a classic presentation or skip the crust entirely for a quicker, equally delicious crumble! This recipe uses a store-bought pie crust for ultimate convenience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 531.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.4 (8 Reviews)
Apple Cinnamon Crumble Pie

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Crumble Pie

  • Unbaked 9 Inch Deep Dish Pie Pastry
  • 6-8 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling) + 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • White Sugar
  • Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

How to Make Apple Cinnamon Crumble Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. If using a pie crust, prepare a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate and carefully fit the pastry into the plate, crimping the edges.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the peeled, cored, and sliced apples with the cinnamon, sugar, flour, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat.
  4. For the crumble topping, combine flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until combined.
  5. Cut in the cold butter using on/off pulses until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust (or baking dish if omitting the crust).
  7. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
  8. Place the pie plate on a baking sheet to catch any spills.
  9. Bake for 35 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  10. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Continue baking for another 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. The filling should be bubbling.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
  13. If baking without a crust, bake in a 9x9 inch baking dish. Adjust baking time as needed, potentially reducing it by 10-15 minutes

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

226g

Fat

48g

Carbs

29g