French Apple Pie
Indulge in the cozy, homemade goodness of this classic French Apple Pie, where tender, spiced Granny Smith apples meet a buttery, flaky crust and a golden, crumbly oat topping. Perfectly balanced with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg and a hint of citrusy brightness from fresh lemon juice, this pie is a delightful twist on traditional apple desserts. The crust, made from scratch, provides a tender foundation, while the oat crumble adds a satisfying crunch and rustic charm. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this show-stopping dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, weekend baking, or anytime you crave the ultimate comfort food. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect finishing touch! Keywords: French Apple Pie, apple dessert, homemade pie crust, oat crumble topping, fall desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 6 tablespoons Cold water
- 6 Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for crumble topping)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (for crumble topping)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar for the crust. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Mix until the apples are evenly coated. Set aside.
For the crumble topping, mix the rolled oats, flour, and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Gently place the dough into the pie dish, trimming and crimping the edges as needed.
Fill the crust with the prepared apple filling, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any spills, and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.3 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.7 g | 758% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 119 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 726.3 g | 264% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 381.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1586 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
