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Dutch Apple Pie with Streusel Topping

This isn't just any apple pie; it’s a warm, comforting hug in dessert form. The combination of tender apples, a flaky crust, and a buttery, crumbly streusel topping is simply irresistible.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust:
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup ice water
  • For the Apple Filling:
  • 6-7 medium apples such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • For the Streusel Topping:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup 1/2 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Make the Pie Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently to ensure all the apple slices are evenly coated.
  • Make the Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Place in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the pie.
  • Roll Out the Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled pie crust into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the crust to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges to create a decorative border.
  • Assemble the Pie: Pour the apple filling into the prepared pie crust, distributing the apples evenly. Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over the apple filling, covering the entire surface.
  • Bake the Pie: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the Dutch Apple Pie with Streusel Topping for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the streusel topping is nicely browned. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, you can cover the edges with foil or use a pie shield.
  • Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set properly.