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Best Dutch Apple Pie Recipe

Best Dutch Apple Pie Recipe

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Experience the warmth and charm of a homemade Best Dutch Apple Pie Recipe that will surely impress at any gathering. This delightful pie combines a flaky, buttery crust with the perfect blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet Pink Lady apples, all topped with a crunchy crumb mixture. Whether served warm with ice cream or at room temperature, this classic dessert is guaranteed to be a hit during holidays and casual get-togethers alike. The comforting aroma of cinnamon and baked apples fills your home as it bakes, making it a must-try for dessert lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter frozen
  • 45 tablespoons chilled water
  • ½ teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 7 tablespoons butter melted
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup flour
  • ½ cup butter
  • ¼ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 ½ lbs. Granny Smith and Pink Lady apples, cored (peeled, cut into 1/4 inch slices)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough by whisking flour and salt, then mixing in shredded frozen butter. Gradually add chilled water and cider vinegar until the dough forms. Chill for at least 2 hours.
  2. Roll out the dough to fit your pie dish, trim edges, and pre-bake for about 25 minutes.
  3. For the crumb topping, mix melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour; chill for 15 minutes.
  4. Prepare the apple filling by combining butter, water, sugars, cinnamon in a saucepan until bubbling. Toss sliced apples gently in the mixture.
  5. Assemble by layering apple filling into the crust and adding crumb topping. Bake uncovered for about 55 minutes until golden brown.

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