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Dutch Apple Pie

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This Dutch apple pie features a crunchy streusel topping, flaky crust, and a balance of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples, making it a comforting dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Dutch
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Foundation of the flaky pie crust.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced Cold butter makes a world of difference.
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the crust.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice water Helps bind the dough.
For the Apple Filling
  • 6-8 pieces apples (e.g., Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced The star of the pie.
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the apples.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Provides warm flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents browning and brightens flavor.
  • 3/4 cup flour For the crumb topping.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Adds caramelized flavor.
  • 0.5 cup butter, melted Easily mixes into the crumb topping.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt For balance.
  • pinch nutmeg Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Work in cold, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds when pressed. Wrap and chill for 30-60 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll dough into a circle for a 9-inch pie dish, trim edges, and crimp.
  3. Toss apple slices with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and flour before filling the crust.
  4. Mound the apple filling in the crust.
Streusel Topping and Baking
  1. Combine flour, brown sugar, salt, and nutmeg for the crumb topping. Stir in melted butter.
  2. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the apple filling.
  3. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  4. Let cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla bean ice cream or whipped cream. For brunch, pair with coffee or hot apple cider.
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