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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 heartwarming dessert that evokes nostalgia and creates lasting memories, this Dutch Apple Pie (with a Buttery Crumb Topping) is your answer. Imagine a cozy kitchen filled with the aromatic scent of cinnamon-spiced apples as you prepare this delightful treat. The harmonious blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples, topped with a crunchy crumb mixture, ensures that every slice is a delicious reminder of home. Whether served warm or cold, it’s perfect for any occasion—be it a family gathering or a quiet evening in. With its easy preparation and comforting flavors, this pie will quickly become your go-to recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie shell
  • 6–7 medium apples (Granny Smith + Honeycrisp)
  • 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 (or gluten-free blend)
  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or old-fashioned oats

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place your pie shell on a baking sheet.
  3. In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugars, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
  4. For the crumb topping, mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, and salt; cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  5. Pour apple mixture into the pie shell and sprinkle crumb topping evenly.
  6. Bake for 50–60 minutes until bubbling and golden—tent edges with foil if browning too fast.
  7. Cool on a wire rack for 2–3 hours before slicing.

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