Apple slab pie –Ah, the classic apple pie, but wait—this isn’t just any apple pie. We’re diving into the world of crumb-topped apple slab pie! Picture this: a big, comfy slab of pie that’s basically a party on a plate. Perfect for those gatherings where you want to impress without a ton of fuss. Ready to dive in? Let’s get you started on this delightful dessert!
Crumb-Topped Apple Slab Pie
Here’s a mouthwatering look at what we’re conjuring up today. Feast your eyes on this beauty!
Ingredients
First things first: let’s gather our arsenal of deliciousness!
- 2 ½ pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for the filling)
- 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (or make your own, if you’re feeling fancy)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumb topping)
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Now, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of pie-making!
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). We want it nice and toasty in there!
- Prep the apples: In a large bowl, toss those sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of flour until they’re coated to perfection. Set this fragrant mixture aside—it deserves a moment!
- Roll out the crust: Grab your pie crust and roll it out (if it’s not already). Lay it into a greased 13×18-inch baking sheet, making sure to leave some overhang on the sides. Now that’s a cozy pie bed!
- Fill ‘er up: Pour the apple mixture onto the crust. Invite them all for a cozy gathering!
- Make the crumb topping: In another bowl, mix 1 cup of flour, brown sugar, softened butter, and salt until you have a crumbly mixture that looks like, well, crumbs!
- Top it off: Sprinkle the crumb topping over the apples like you’re the fairy godparent of dessert, waving your magic pastry wand.
- Bake it: Pop that slab pie into the oven and let it bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are bubbly and the top is golden brown. You’ll know it’s done when your kitchen smells like a slice of heaven!
- Cool and serve: Let it cool for a bit (if you can resist) before slicing it up and serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Boom! You did it!
And there you have it—your very own crumb-topped apple slab pie, ready to wow your friends and family. Don’t forget to take a picture before the first slice disappears because trust me, it will!