There’s something incredibly comforting about a warm slice of homemade Cinnamon Crumble Apple Pie. With its buttery, flaky crust, juicy cinnamon-spiced apple filling, and sweet, crunchy crumble topping, this pie is the perfect way to celebrate fall or any time you’re craving a classic dessert. Here’s how to make this delicious treat!
Ingredients
Pie Crust:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp butter, chilled and cut into small cubes
- 2-3 tbsp cold water
Pie Filling:
- 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite baking apples)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed golden brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Directions
Step 1: Make the Pie Crust
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and butter. Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together and forms a ball. The dough should clean away from the sides of the bowl easily.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 1/8 inch thick. Use more flour if needed to prevent sticking.
- Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate. Press it into the bottom and up the sides, then flute the edges with your fingers.
- Grease the uncooked pie crust with a small amount of butter and flour to prevent sogginess while baking.
Step 2: Prepare the Pie Filling
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the sliced apples, flour, cinnamon, salt, and brown sugar. Toss to coat the apples evenly in the mixture.
- Spread the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
Step 3: Make the Crumble Topping
- In the same mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the chilled butter cubes and use a pastry cutter (or your hands) to mix the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms a crumbly texture. You want small, pea-sized clumps of butter throughout the topping.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
Step 4: Bake the Pie
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges of the pie crust and the crumble topping are golden brown and the apples are tender.
- If the edges of your pie start to brown too quickly, you can cover them with a strip of aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
- Once the pie is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
Slice into this beautiful Cinnamon Crumble Apple Pie and enjoy it warm. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat. 😋
Cooking Tips
- Apple variety: Use firm apples that hold up well during baking, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
- Flaky crust: Keep the butter as cold as possible to achieve the flakiest crust. You can even chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Make ahead: This pie can be prepared ahead of time and stored at room temperature for a day or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
This Cinnamon Crumble Apple Pie is a crowd-pleaser with its buttery crust, sweet and spiced apple filling, and crispy topping. It’s the perfect dessert to impress your guests or simply enjoy with your family. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or indulging in a mid-week treat, this pie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Enjoy! 😃🍏🍂