Pennsylvania Dutch Apple Crumb Pie
Indulge in the sweet, spiced flavors of Pennsylvania Dutch Apple Crumb Pie, an irresistible classic that combines tart Granny Smith apples with a buttery, golden crumb topping. This delightful dessert starts with a flaky pie crust, cradling a perfectly balanced apple filling sweetened with a blend of granulated and brown sugars, infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, and enriched with a touch of butter. The signature crumb topping, crafted from cold butter, flour, and sugar, adds a delectable crunch that complements the tender, juicy apples beneath. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this pie bakes to perfection in under an hour, filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of baked apples and spices. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate homemade treat. Ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or anytime you crave a taste of authentic Pennsylvania Dutch baking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 crust store-bought or homemade pie crust
- 6 medium Granny Smith apples
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened for filling)
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for crumb topping)
- 0.4 cup unsalted butter (cold for crumb topping)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the pie crust by rolling it out and fitting it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the excess crust and crimp the edges securely.
Peel, core, and thinly slice the Granny Smith apples. Place them in a large bowl.
To the apples, add granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Mix well until evenly coated.
Add 2 tablespoons of softened butter to the apple mixture and stir gently to combine.
Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
For the crumb topping, combine 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and use a pastry cutter or fingers to blend until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbs.
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apples.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.7 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.6 g | 418% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 1172 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 578.9 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 309.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1496 mg | 32% | |
*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.
