grandma's dutch apple pie recipe

If you’re looking for a dessert that will impress your guests, look no further than this delicious Dutch Apple Pie recipe. With a flaky crust and a crumbly topping, this dessert is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

• 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (about 6 medium)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces

Instructions

For the crust:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt and sugar together.
3. Cut the butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until it is the size of small peas.
4. Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
5. Flatten the ball into a disk and refrigerate while you prepare the filling and topping.

For the filling:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
2. Add the sliced apples and toss to coat thoroughly.
3. Pour the mixture into the chilled pie crust.

For the topping:

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Add the chilled butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple filling.

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Grandma’s Dutch Apple Pie with Crumble Topping

This Dutch apple pie recipe has been passed down in my family for generations, and it’s always a crowd pleaser. The crumble topping adds extra crunch and flavor to the pie, making it a delicious twist on the classic apple pie.

Ingredients:

• 1 recipe for pie crust (see above)
• 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (about 6 medium)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Crumble Topping:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice.
3. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust and spread out evenly.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and salt for the crumble topping.
5. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
6. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apple mixture, covering it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.

This Dutch apple pie is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or just craving a delicious dessert. Give it a try and your taste buds will thank you!