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.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Peeler
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Pastry blender or fork
- Baking sheet (to catch drips)
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 6 medium apples peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
For the Crumb Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup cold butter cubed
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For the Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Peel, core, and thinly slice all the apples, keeping them as even as can.
- In a bowl, toss the apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice.
- Place the unbaked pie crust into the pie dish and smooth it into the edges.
- Spoon the apple mixture into the crust, piling it slightly in the center.
- In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt, then blend in the cold butter until it looks sandy.
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture generously over the apples, covering them completely.
- Place the pie on a sheet pan to catch any drips.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–55 minutes, until the topping turns golden and the apples bubble underneath. Let the pie rest so the juices can settle and the slices hold their shape.
- I serve it slightly warm, sometimes with vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream. The warm apples and cool topping melt together perfectly.
