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Dutch Apple Pie Recipe

Homemade Dutch apple pie is a delicious dessert featuring a flaky pie crust filled with sweet, spiced apples and topped with a buttery crumble.
This American classic, with its Dutch-style streusel topping, is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or whenever you're craving something sweet.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Baking Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • ¼ cup ice water

For the Filling:

  • 6-7 medium apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Crumble Topping:

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or oats for extra crunch

Instructions
 

Prepare the Crust

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and cut them into the flour using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Make the Apple Filling

  • While the dough is chilling, peel and core the apples. Slice them thinly and place them in a large bowl.
  • Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated.

Create the Crumble Topping

  • In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add the cold butter cubes and use a fork or your fingers to mix until the topping forms clumps. If you prefer extra texture, you can stir in chopped walnuts or oats.

Assemble the Pie

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Carefully transfer the dough into the pan, trimming any excess and crimping the edges.
  • Pour the apple filling into the crust, spreading it out evenly.
  • Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples, covering them entirely.

Bake the Pie

  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the crust edges start to brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
  • Once baked, allow the pie to cool for at least an hour before serving to let the filling set.
Keyword Homemade Dutch Apple Pie