Description
Apple Slab Pie is a delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for gatherings and family celebrations. This easy-to-make pie features a flaky crust enveloping a luscious filling of tender, spiced apples. Its generous size makes it ideal for sharing, ensuring everyone leaves happy and satisfied. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat that evokes nostalgia and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 6 cups fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water to form dough.
- Chill the dough wrapped in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
- Toss sliced apples with sugars, cinnamon, and lemon juice; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Roll out larger dough portion and fit it into a baking sheet. Fill with apple mixture.
- Roll out the second dough portion as a top crust. Cut vents and brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg