This apple crunch pie is a classic American dessert that is perfect for the autumn season. The pie is made with a flaky pie crust, filled with sweet and tart apples, and topped with a crunchy and buttery crumb topping. It is a comforting and delicious dessert that everyone will love. This recipe requires minimal ingredients and is easy to make. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust
- 6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup flour, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
- In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour and brown sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.