Dutch Apple Pie Recipe
Apples with a sweet cinnamon in a flakey crust and topped with a crunchy cinnamon oatmeal streusel
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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Apple Filling
Streusel Topping
Method
Pie Crust
- 1
Prepare the Pie Crust
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Apple Filling
- 5
Prepare the Apples
Peel, core, and slice the Granny Smith apples into thin slices.
- 6
Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
- 7
Fill the Pie Crust
Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Streusel Topping
- 8
Prepare the Streusel
In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Melt the butter and mix it in until crumbly.
- 9
Top the Pie
Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the apple filling.
Baking
- 10
Bake the Pie
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the pie for 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
