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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 warmth and nostalgia of homemade Dutch Apple Pie with a Buttery Crumb Topping. This comforting dessert features a delightful blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples, enveloped in a flaky pie crust and topped with a rich, buttery crumb mixture that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy weeknight treat, the aromatic fusion of cinnamon and baked apples will fill your kitchen with heartwarming scents. Easy to prepare and versatile, this pie is perfect for any occasion.

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
  • 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). 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 sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. For the crumb topping, mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour apple filling into the pie shell and sprinkle crumb topping evenly over the apples.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
  6. Cool on a wire rack for 2-3 hours before serving.

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