Here’s a simple and delicious apple slab pie recipe—perfect for sharing, with a crispy crust and sweet cinnamon-apple filling 🍎🥧
Apple Slab Pie
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tbsp cold water
For the filling:
- 6–8 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- ¾ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1–2 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
- Divide into two portions, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
- Toss sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, vanilla, and lemon juice.
- Let sit while you roll out the dough.
3. Assemble the Pie
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one portion of dough to fit a sheet pan or baking dish. Place in pan.
- Spread apple mixture evenly over the crust.
- Roll out the second portion of dough and place on top, or cut into strips for a lattice crust.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
4. Bake
- Bake 45–55 minutes until crust is golden and apples are bubbly.
- Let cool at least 15–20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Tips
- Use tart apples for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Can be made a day ahead—flavors improve as it sits.
If you want, I can also give a quick “one-bowl shortcut” version that’s just as tasty but faster for weeknights.
