Dutch Apple Pie – The Ultimate Crumb-Topped Apple Dessert That Feels Like Home!
If cozy had a flavor, it would be this Dutch Apple Pie. With a golden buttery crust, warm cinnamon-spiced apples, and that irresistible brown sugar crumble topping, it’s a slice of comfort you’ll want to serve again and again. Perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or just a fork and a quiet moment.
This is the version my mom used to make every Thanksgiving, and even after trying countless recipes, nothing beats that homemade feel. Whether you’re baking for guests or just craving something sweet on a chilly evening, this pie delivers every time.
Ingredients:
For the crust (or use a store-bought pie shell):
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
For the filling:
- 6 cups thinly sliced Granny Smith apples (about 5 medium)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the crumble topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- Make the crust: In a bowl, cut butter into flour and salt until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough comes together. Roll out and place in a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while you prepare the rest.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Add filling to crust: Spread the apple mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Make the crumble topping: Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle generously over the apples.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 50–60 minutes or until the top is golden and the apples are tender. Cover the edges with foil halfway through if they start to brown too quickly.
- Let cool before slicing to help everything set beautifully.
Nutrition Facts (Per Slice):
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | 54 g |
| Sugar | 31 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
Printable Recipe Summary
| Dutch Apple Pie | |
|---|---|
| Flavor Notes | Sweet, buttery, warm spice |
| Prep Time | 30 minutes |
| Bake Time | 50–60 minutes |
| Serves | 8 |
FAQs
Q: Can I use different apples?
Yes! Try a mix of sweet and tart apples like Honeycrisp and Braeburn for added depth.
Q: Do I have to make the crust from scratch?
Not at all—store-bought crust works just fine if you’re short on time.
Q: Can I freeze this pie?
Yes. Bake it fully, cool, then wrap and freeze. Reheat in the oven at 325°F until warm.
Q: Why is it called Dutch Apple Pie?
The crumb topping instead of a traditional top crust is what makes it “Dutch” style.
This pie fills the kitchen with the most heartwarming aroma—and fills bellies with pure joy. Save room for seconds!
