Description

Indulge in the comforting delight of homemade apple slab pie, where sweet, tender apples meet a flaky golden crust. This recipe captures the essence of fall with every bite, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel, and watch as it becomes the star of your dessert table.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups mixed apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 egg (for egg wash)
Water (for egg wash)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well coated.
In another bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Divide into two discs and chill for 30 minutes.
Roll out one disc on a floured surface into a rectangle, transfer to the baking sheet, and spread the apple mixture evenly on top. Roll out the second disc and place it over the filling; seal edges by pressing down.
Beat the egg with a tablespoon of water; brush this mixture over the top crust.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender. Allow to cool before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for flavor balance. Chill your dough to prevent shrinkage during baking. Adjust sweetness based on apple variety; taste before baking.