Auntie Willie's Dutch Apple Pie Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Auntie Willie's Dutch Apple Pie. This classic recipe features a flaky homemade crust, tender apples, and a sweet cinnamon crumb topping. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy during the fall season or anytime you crave a taste of nostalgia. With just a few simple steps, you can create a pie that will impress your family and friends. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate cozy treat.

Ingredients

• For the crust:
• - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1 teaspoon salt
• - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• - 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• - 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
• For the filling:
• - 6 cups granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the crumb topping:
• - 1 cup all-purpose flour
• - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar for the crust. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a round disk. Wrap them in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. In another bowl, mix together the sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice for the filling. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
5. Roll out one of the dough disks on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the dough to the pie dish and trim any excess.
6. Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust.
7. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon for the crumb topping. Mix until crumbly and sprinkle it evenly over the apple filling.
8. Roll out the second dough disk and cut it into strips for a lattice crust or place it over the filling as a full crust. If using a lattice crust, weave the strips over the filling in a crisscross pattern.
9. Trim and seal the edges of the pie crust. Brush the crust with a beaten egg for a golden finish, if desired.
10. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
11. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the filling to set.
12. Serve Auntie Willie's Dutch Apple Pie warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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