Blue Ribbon Apple Crumb Pie: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Apple Pie

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Blue Ribbon Apple Crumb Pie. This delightful dessert puts a twist on the classic apple pie by adding a crunchy crumb topping. With a flaky homemade crust, sweet and tart apple filling, and a buttery crumb topping, this pie is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a comforting treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• For the crust:
• - 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• - ½ teaspoon salt
• - ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• - 2-3 tablespoons cold water
• For the filling:
• - 6 cups peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• - ½ cup granulated sugar
• - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the crumb topping:
• - ½ cup all-purpose flour
• - ½ cup granulated sugar
• - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt for the crust. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disc, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. In another bowl, mix together the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice for the filling. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and granulated sugar for the crumb topping. Stir in the melted butter until crumbs form.
5. Roll out the chilled pie crust on a lightly floured surface to fit the pie dish. Transfer the crust to the dish and gently press it into the bottom and sides. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges.
6. Pour the apple filling into the prepared crust and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the apples, covering them completely.
7. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, loosely cover the pie with aluminum foil.
8. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

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