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Apple Crumble Pie

This delightful Apple Crumble Pie features a buttery pastry crust filled with sweet, spiced apples and a crunchy crumble topping. It's perfect for dessert or as a cozy treat with tea or coffee.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch pie dish
  • multiple mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups apples, peeled and sliced About 6 medium apples.
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour For the crust and filling.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar For the filling.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Cold, diced for the crust.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar For the crust.
  • ½ teaspoon salt For the crust and crumble.
  • 1 egg beaten For egg wash on the crust.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For the filling and topping.
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg For the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice For the filling.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For the filling.
  • 1 cup rolled oats For the crumble topping.
  • ¾ cup brown sugar For the crumble topping.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Cold, diced for the crumble topping.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt for the pie crust. Add the cold, diced butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Form the dough into a ball, then flatten it into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit the pie dish. Place the rolled dough in the dish, trim the edges, and poke holes in the bottom with a fork.
  • Brush the crust with a beaten egg for a golden finish.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
  • Pour the apple mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
  • In another bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt for the crumble topping. Add the cold, diced butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
  • Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
  • Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to mix different varieties of apples for more flavor and texture in the filling.