Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

deep dish pie shell

pre-made

0.5 cup

sugar

0.33 cup

brown sugar

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

0.25 tsp

salt

0.75 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.25 tsp

nutmeg

ground

3 cup

apples

sliced

0.75 cup

all-purpose flour

0.5 cup

sugar

0.33 cup

margarine

cold, cut into small pieces

Step 1
~10 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2
~10 min

In a large bowl, mix together sugar, brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 3
~10 min

Add sliced apples to the bowl and coat well with the dry ingredients.

Step 4
~10 min

Pour the apple mixture into a deep dish pie shell.

Step 5
~10 min

To make the crumb topping, mix flour and sugar together in a separate bowl.

Step 6
~10 min

Cut the margarine into the flour and sugar mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 7
~10 min

Pour the crumb topping over the apple filling in the pie shell.

Step 8
~10 min

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor.

Let the pie cool completely before slicing for cleaner slices.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pie can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (cinnamon and apple)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or cold

Pair with vanilla ice cream

Serve with whipped cream

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheddar cheese (sharp)
Caramel sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A classic American dessert, often associated with holidays and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall harvest festivals

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Family gatherings

Popularity Score

75/100