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This image shows a golden-brown apple crumb pie on a white round plate, with the crumb mixture beautifully layered over the apples, creating a tempting, crispy finish.

Apple Crumb Pie Recipe

A golden, buttery crumb topping meets tender, cinnamon-kissed apples in this classic apple crumb pie. With a flaky crust and a perfectly spiced filling, each bite offers warmth and comfort. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings or a simple treat to enjoy anytime.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 358 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pastry blender or two knives
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife for slicing apples
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 deep dish pie crust
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 5 cups apples peeled, cored and thinly sliced
  • 6 tbsp cold butter
  • ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup white sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Arrange the apple slices evenly in the unbaked pie crust.
    This image shows fresh apples being sliced, preparing them for the flavorful filling of the apple crumb pie.
  • In a small bowl, combine ½ cup sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over the apples.
  • For the crumb topping, mix ⅓ cup sugar and flour in a bowl, then cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or two knives until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
    This image shows the ingredients being mixed to create a crumbly topping, the perfect balance of sweetness and texture for the apple crumb pie.
  • Evenly spoon the crumb mixture over the apples.
    This image shows a generous sprinkling of cinnamon and sugar over the apples, infusing the pie with a warm, comforting aroma.
  • Bake for about 40 minutes until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
    freshly-baked-apple-crumb-pie-cooling-to-perfection

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for the best flavor.
  • Chilling the butter before making the crumble ensures a crispier topping.
  • For extra depth, add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of vanilla to the apple filling.