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Apple Streusel Pie

Apple Streusel Pie

Apple pie – two small words that invoke universal head-nodding and anticipation of a slice.

Today, I’m sharing our family’s favorite apple streusel pie recipe.

It’s easy and packed with homemade flavor – even the crust is doable for newbies.

You Need to Bake This Streusel-Topped Apple Pie Now

What Is The Difference Between Apple Pie And Dutch Apple Pie?

As you can see in the photo above, a dutch apple pie has a crumbly streusel topping instead of a crust topping.

They are easier to make and nommy nom to eat!

What Is The Topping Made Of On A Dutch Apple Pie?

The streusel pie topping is made with flour, sugar, butter, and a few spices.

Most everyone has the ingredients in their home.

What Are The Best Apples To Use In Apple Pie?

I am partial to Granny Smith Apples for my streusel apple pie.

They lend a bit of tart against the sweetness of the sugar.

They don’t turn to mush through baking and basically make for a wonderful feel and taste. 

Is Apple Strudel Pie and Apple Streusel Pie The Same Thing?

Yes.

The streusel pie topping is what differentiates  this pie from the classic American Pie recipe, which included a pir crust topping instead of the crumbles.

Each are delicious, so it’s a matter of preference.

This pie is also known as a Dutch Apple Pie.

Properly Storing Pie

Apple pie can be stored covered on the countertop.

Properly storing baked goods extends the life, but let’s be honest: how long is this pie gonna last?!

Holiday Pie Ideas

This apple streusel pie is good for any occasion, but a favorite on the holiday table.

A few others that you might enjoy:

On to the Apple Pie recipe!

There is a printable recipe below.

Apple Streusel Pie Recipe

Ingredients

Crust:

  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening
  • 4 to 5 tablespoons cold water

Filling:

  • 6 large Granny Smith apples: peeled, cored and sliced.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Topping:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Instructions

Crust:

  1. In large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender or large fork, until particles are size of small peas.
  2. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl.
  3. Gather pastry into a ball, then shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface (a floured silicone mat works great here).
  4. On surface sprinkled with flour, using a floured rolling pin, roll pastry dough into circle 2 inches larger than 9-inch pie plate.
  5. Fold pastry in half, then place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side and being careful not to stretch pastry, which will cause it to shrink when baked.
  6. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired.

Filling:

  1. In large bowl, toss filling ingredients together with sliced apples.
  2. Pour into pie plate, mounding apples toward center.

Topping:

  1. In medium bowl, use pastry blender to mix flour, butter and brown sugar until crumbly. Work quickly so the butter doesn’t get too soft.
  2. Pour evenly over top of pie.

Bake:

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until pie crust and crumb topping are deep golden brown and filling begins to bubble. Cover topping with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.
  3. Transfer to cooling rack to cool.

SPECIAL NOTES 

~ The crust ingredients have been doubled for the inexperienced at crust making (if you are experienced, half those bad boys if you feel like it).

At these measurements, you’ll get a large amount of dough to work with, which makes the transfer easy.

~ Using a floured silicone mat to roll out dough will ensure easy transfer of dough to pie pan.

~ I have used a variety of apples, but Granny Smiths hold up the best. Experiment for your favs.

~ If all the apples do not fit into your pie pan – they are a delicious snack!

~ Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker

You Need to Bake This Streusel-Topped Apple Pie Now

Original Post: May 23, 2017 ~ Updated Post November 15, 2023

a Streusel-Topped Apple Pie on a platter

Apple Streusel Pie

Yield: 10 slices
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
An easy and delicious Apple Streusel Pie

Ingredients

  • Crust:
  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening
  • 4 to 5 tablespoons cold water
  • Filling:
  • 6 large Granny Smith apples: peeled, cored and sliced.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Topping:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Instructions

    Crust:

  1. In large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender or large fork, until particles are size of small peas.
  2. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl.
  3. Gather pastry into a ball, then shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface (a floured silicone mat works great here).
  4. On surface sprinkled with flour, using a floured rolling pin, roll pastry dough into circle 2 inches larger than 9-inch pie plate.
  5. Fold pastry in half, then place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side and being careful not to stretch pastry, which will cause it to shrink when baked.
  6. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired.

Filling:

  1. In large bowl, toss filling ingredients together with sliced apples.
  2. Pour into pie plate, mounding apples toward center.

Topping:

  1. In medium bowl, use pastry blender to mix flour, butter and brown sugar until crumbly. Work quickly so the butter doesn't get too soft.
  2. Pour evenly over top of pie.

Bake:

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until pie crust and crumb topping are deep golden brown and filling begins to bubble. Cover topping with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.
  3. Transfer to cooling rack to cool.

Notes

~ The crust ingredients have been doubled for the inexperienced at crust making. (If you are experienced, feel free to half the amounts)

At these measurements, you'll get a large amount of dough to work with, which makes the transfer easy.

~ Using a floured silicone mat to roll out dough will ensure easy transfer of dough to pie pan.

~ I have used a variety of apples, but Granny Smiths hold up the best. Experiment for your favs.

~ If all the apples do not fit into your pie pan - they are a delicious snack!

~ Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1 slice
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 290Total Fat: 11.5gCarbohydrates: 44 gramsgFiber: 1.6gSugar: 22gProtein: 2.17g

Nutrition Information isn't always accurate.

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Glenda Cates

Wednesday 9th of January 2019

My husband has been asking for a Apple Pie so I can't wait to share this new recipe with my husband because we could bake it together giving us time together.

penpen

Monday 31st of December 2018

i am going to bake this now. but going to make it easier on me: without the bottom crust. a straight-up pie-less apple crisp. here's hoping it carries through to 2019. thanks for all the baking encouragement.

Patti Tucker

Monday 31st of December 2018

Ooooo, let me know how it turns out.

Happy to be an encouragement!

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