Apple Crumb Pie
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Apple Crumb Pie is a deliciously sweet pie recipe. I love the oat crumb topping and the caramel ice cream topping. A flaky pie crust filled with cinnamon apple filling and topped with your favorite crumb topping makes this the BEST Apple Pie ever. Don’t forget the ice cream on top!
If you’ve never had an apple pie with a crumb topping you are in for a treat today! Instead of a flaky pastry crust on top of the pie, this pie has a buttery sweet topping that I like to top with a rich butterscotch caramel sauce after the pie is baked. Top it with ice cream and you get an irresistible dessert!
This pie has the best of both worlds! It bakes in a flaky pie crust, but you also get that sweet crumb topping and it’s seriously my favorite kind of apple pie to make.
First, it smells amazing while it bakes – don’t you just love the scent of baked apples? It just reminds me of cool fall days and being cozy with my family! When you serve it you get all the baked apples in between that flaky crust and that addictive oat crumb topping. Another family favorite of ours is this easy Apple Crisp!
Why this recipe works:
- Only 15 minutes of prep!
- You can use a store-bought pie crust.
- Topped with a delicious oatmeal streusel and caramel!
Ingredient Needed
Apple Pie Filling:
- Pie pastry
- Sugar
- Flour
- Cinnamon
- Salt
- Apples
Crumble Topping:
- Brown sugar
- Flour
- Quick oats
- Butter
- Store-bought caramel sauce
Steps to Prepare
- Prep the apples – In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Add the sliced apples and toss them in the mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Make the crumb topping – Combine the brown sugar, flour, oats, and butter in a bowl.
- Assemble the pie – Place the pie pastry in the pie pan. Place the sliced apples in the pie pan and sprin
kle the crumb topping over the top of the apples in an even layer. - Bake – Bake the pie at 375 degrees F for 20 to 30 minutes. Cover the pie with foil and bake it for another 20 minutes or until the apples are tender. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the pie and then cool it completely. Serve with ice cream!
Tools Needed
- 9″ deep-dish pie pan
- Large mixing boil
- Aluminum foil
- Apple Peeler – This tool is not an absolute must, but it makes it so quick and easy to peel and core your apples!
What is the Best Apple for a Pie?
The best apples for pie are ones that are firm and will hold their shape when they bake. In terms of flavor, some people like pies made with tart apples like Granny Smith and others like sweet apples like Golden Delicious or Pink Lady. For this pie I’m sharing, I actually prefer the tart apples because they complement the sweet crumble topping. You can also do a mix of sweet and tart apples, too!
How Many Apples are Needed?
This is a deep-dish pie, so you will need approximately 2 pounds of apples. Once you thinly slice them you should have approximately 5 and 1/2 cups of sliced apples.
How Many Cups is a Sliced Apple?
It depends on the size of your apples. So, if you use large apples you should get approximately 2 1/2 cups sliced apples per apple. A medium-sized apple will give you approximately 1 1/3 cup sliced apples. Make sure all your slices are the same thickness. I would recommend about 1/4” thick.
Do I need to make homemade pie crust?
If you’re worried I’m going say you have to make a pie crust from scratch, you’re in for even more of a treat. You guys know I don’t have all the time in the world to make pie dough from scratch! So, I am perfectly happy to use store-bought pie dough for this recipe. I recommend this Pillsbury Pie Crust if you go the store bought route!
Are you team homemade pie crust? Then feel free to use your favorite homemade pie crust recipe for this! Everyone, else? Go ahead and do what I do and pick up a store-bought one.
Should I use quick or rolled oats in the crumb topping?
You will need quick oats for the crumb topping. Quick oats cook a lot faster than rolled oats.
How long does Apple Pie last?
It will keep at room temperature up to two days. If you keep it in the refrigerator it will last up to four to five days.
Storage Tips!
Whether you store it at room temperature or in the refrigerator, be sure to loosely cover it with plastic wrap or foil.
On the counter it will last 1-2 days.
If stored in the refrigerator it will last 3-4 days.
More Apple Recipes!
Love apples in the fall as much as we do? Don’t miss out on these delicious recipes using apple!
- Apple Bars with Caramel Frosting
- Easy Apple Crisp
- Apple Muffins
- Crumb Apple Zucchini Bread
- Grilled Caramel Apple Crisp
- Apple Pull Apart Bread
More Pie Recipes!
Here are a few of our all-time favorite pie recipes you have to try!
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Apple Crumb Pie
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Ingredients
- 1 pie pastry
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 3 Tbsp flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 5 1/2 c. peeled and thinly sliced apples
Crumb Topping
- 1/2 c. brown sugar
- 1/2 c. flour
- 1/2 c. quick oats
- 1/2 c. butter
- 1/3 c. caramel ice cream sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Place pastry in a 9" deep dish pie pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt. Toss the apples in this mixture and pour into the pie crust.
- Throughly combine the crumb topping ingredients. Sprinkle the topping over the apple mixture.
- Bake the pie for 20-30 minutes. Then cover with foil and bake another 20 minutes until the apples are tender. Remove pie from oven and drizzle with 1/3 c. butterscotch caramel ice cream sauce. Cool and serve with ice cream.
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Pat says
Looked so good I had to try it. Came out perfect, family loved it.
Mandy says
The crumb topping makes this pie! A repeat recipe in our house!!
Julie Evink says
I agree with this Mandy! Thanks for commenting and leaving a rating!
AK says
This was totally amazing! My MIL requested a Carmel apple pie and this is what I made, except I used a cinnamon spice instant oatmeal, 2 pouches, and OMG does it make an amazing topping!!! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
Julie says
You’re so welcome! I’m glad it was a hit!
Theresa says
In the topping is it melted butter, or just softened?
Julie says
The butter can be cold or softened, not melted. Enjoy!
Love Keil says
Oh this looks sooo delicious! Thank you for creating and sharing this dessert recipe!
Julie says
You’re welcome!
Ashley says
This is a classic! My family loved it. So glad I made this.
Julie says
Awesome! I’m happy it was a hit!
Alexis says
What are the best apples to use when making this pie?
Julie says
I used Granny Smith apples as the tart flavor compliments the sweet crumb topping but if you like a sweeter apple, Golden Delicious or Pink Lady would be great ones to use.
Julie Evink says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Mary says
I just saw your recipe for Apple Crumb Pie… it look soooo good.
Going to make it. thanks
I was also wondering if you or anyone else would know how to make the Cole Slaw that you get at Applebee’s? I have looked at Copy Cats and can’t find it anywhere… just wondering.
thanks
Erin | Wholly Delicious Dishes says
Oh my gosh, this looks amazing! I have a whole lot of apples sitting on my counter, very tempting:)
Dru Falco says
Hi! I saw your link on Two Cup Tuesdays. This recipe looks sooo good, apple crumb is my fave! And family recipes are the best 🙂
Julie says
Thanks Dru!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I loooove Apple Crumb Pie!! Delish. And heck ya – pizza party. I’m in! 🙂