Description
Delightful Apple Slab Pie merges rustic charm with sweet simplicity, offering a crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for gatherings. Buttery pastry and cinnamon-kissed apples create a memorable slice that invites you to savor autumn’s warmest flavors.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 tsp salt
Filling:
- 6 cups sliced apples
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Topping:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy pie dough by combining flour and salt in a large mixing bowl, then meticulously cut cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually introduce cold water, gently folding and pressing the dough until it cohesively forms without overworking, then divide into two portions and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Roll out one portion of chilled dough into a rectangular shape, carefully transferring it to the prepared baking sheet, ensuring even coverage with slight overhang.
- Toss sliced apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, thoroughly coating each slice to distribute flavors evenly.
- Spread the seasoned apple mixture across the prepared dough, leaving a small border around the edges for crimping.
- Roll out the second dough portion and drape it over the apple filling, sealing the edges by crimping and creating decorative vents with a sharp knife.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust turns golden brown and the filling bubbles deliciously.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze, then drizzle generously over the cooled pie.
- Slice into squares and serve, enjoying the rustic and comforting dessert.
Notes
- Chill butter and water thoroughly to ensure a flaky, tender pie crust that doesn’t become tough or dense.
- Use a combination of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for balanced flavor complexity and ideal texture.
- Create extra-crispy edges by brushing the top crust with egg wash before baking, which adds beautiful golden-brown color and slight crunch.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with a high-quality gluten-free flour blend and adding xanthan gum for better binding.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg