Apple Crumble Pie

Usually by the time November hits I am so over pumpkin pie and I start to crave other types of pies. I love making this apple crumble pie because it is simple compared to a double crusted pie. Also, there is something about the crumble top that makes it so worth it.

I love the mix of tart and sweet from the green apples and the crumble on top. It is even better when you top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream 😋

Ingredients:

1 single pie crust.  (Click HERE for my single pie crust recipe.)

Topping:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/3 cup white sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 cup butter at room temperature

Filling:

Granny Apples (about 7 if small, or 6 if large)

2 tsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp lemon zest

1/3 cup white sugar

3 tbs all-purpose flour

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
pinch of salt

Steps:

Step 1: Roll out a pie crust on a 9" pan. Once done place it in the fridge to chill while you work on the rest of the pie.

Step 2: Make the Filling: Peel and slice the apples in small cubes. Then, toss the apples with sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, flour, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3: Make the Topping: Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl. (flour, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, and butter)

Use a fork to combine all the ingredients.
* I usually start with a fork to break down the butter, then I use my hands to fully incorporate everything. Make sure to not over work the butter with your hands as this might melt the butter and change the consistency of your topping.

Step 4: Pour all the filling in the pie crust. It will look like a lot at first but it will settle down as it bakes and cools off. 

Step 5: Cover the apple filling with the crumble topping. 

Step 6: Place the racks on the middle section of your oven and bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350 for 45 minutes.

*I would suggest to place a baking sheet in the oven while it preheats and place the pie pan on top of the tray when the oven is ready to bake. This pie releases sugary juices when it starts to bake and by doing this you will avoid hard to clean messes. 

*You know when the pie is done when the crumble is a nice golden brown color and the juices of the filling begin to thicken and bubble.

*Let the pie cool for about 3 hours before cutting into it.

Enjoy😊