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Dutch Apple Pie (with a Buttery Crumb Topping)

Dutch Apple Pie (with a Buttery Crumb Topping)
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If you’re searching for a dessert that embodies warmth and comfort, look no further than this delightful Dutch Apple Pie with a Buttery Crumb Topping. This scrumptious treat features a perfect blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples enveloped in a flaky crust, topped with a buttery crumb mixture that delivers an irresistible crunch. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this pie is not only simple to prepare but also sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie shell
  • 6–7 medium Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, peeled, cored, sliced ¼-inch
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch/tapioca for GF)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or old-fashioned oats

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pie shell on a baking sheet.
  2. In a bowl, mix sliced apples with sugars, flour, lemon juice, spices, salt, and vanilla. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. For the crumb topping, combine flour, sugars, cinnamon, salt, and cold butter; mix until crumbly. Add nuts or oats if desired.
  4. Pour apple filling into the pie shell and sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over it.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Tent edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Cool for 2-3 hours before serving.

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