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Dutch Apple Pie (with a Buttery Crumb Topping)

Dutch Apple Pie (with a Buttery Crumb Topping)
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Indulge in the comforting warmth of Dutch Apple Pie with a Buttery Crumb Topping, a classic dessert that evokes memories of family gatherings and cozy evenings. This delightful pie features tender, spiced apples enveloped in a flaky crust and crowned with a crunchy, buttery crumb topping. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a casual weeknight dinner, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to bring smiles to your table. With its inviting aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen, you’ll find it hard to resist this delicious treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie shell
  • 6–7 medium apples (Granny Smith + Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, sliced ¼-inch
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 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 cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or old-fashioned oats

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the pie shell on a baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes.
  3. For the crumb topping, mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into the pie shell and sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over it.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Cool for 2-3 hours before slicing.

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