Description
This Apple Slab Pie is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, featuring a buttery crust and a generous filling of sweet, spiced apples. Perfect for gatherings or just a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon table salt
- 3 sticks unsalted butter cubed and kept very cold
- ¾ cup very cold water
- 3 ½ to 4 pounds apples peeled cored and chopped into approximately ½-inch chunks
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- ⅔ to ¾ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 rounded teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ⅛ teaspoon table salt
- 2 tablespoon heavy cream or 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out one disk for the bottom crust and place it in a large baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the chopped apples with lemon juice, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt until evenly coated.
- Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Roll out the second disk for the top crust, placing it over the apple filling. Seal the edges and cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
- Brush the top with heavy cream or the egg wash, then bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using a mix of sweet and tart apples. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 355 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 180 m
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Apple Slab Pie, Easy Dessert, American Dessert, Baking, Pie Recipe