Ingredients for Apple Pie With Crumb Topping
- Deep Dish Pie Shell
- 6 medium apples (about 6 cups sliced)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar + ½ cup packed brown sugar
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Brown Sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
How to Make Apple Pie With Crumb Topping
- **Filling:**
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel, core, and slice 6 medium apples (about 6 cups).
- In a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground allspice, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch. Mix well.
- Gently toss the apple slices in the sugar mixture until evenly coated.
- Pour the apple mixture into a 9-inch pie crust.
- **Topping:**
- In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup packed brown sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let cool completely before serving.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
153g
Fat
45g
Carbs
21g