Description
This Crazy Crust Apple Pie features a unique crumbly crust that perfectly complements the tender, spiced apple filling. With a blend of warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of lemon juice, this homemade pie promises a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. The buttery crust is made by combining flour, melted butter, egg, and vanilla, making it easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 6 cups sliced apples
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Crust
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg to evenly coat the fruit with the spices and sweetness.
- Make Dough: In another bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly to form a soft dough that will create the crust.
- Form Bottom Crust: Spread half of the dough evenly in the bottom of a pie pan, ensuring it covers the base well.
- Add Filling: Pour the apple mixture over the dough layer in the pie pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Top with Crust Crumbles: Crumble the remaining half of the dough over the apples, creating a crumbly and rustic top layer.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden-brown.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
- Let the pie cool fully to allow the filling to thicken and prevent it from being runny.
- You can add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the topping for extra crunch.
- If desired, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
