Description
This Apple Slab Pie is a crowd-pleasing dessert that transforms the classic apple pie into a generous treat perfect for gatherings. With its flaky crust and sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple filling, it’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium apples (mix of tart and sweet, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter
- ice water (as needed)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling on top)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Start by making the pie crust. In a large bowl, combine 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt. Cut in 1 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the dough chills.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, peel and slice about 6-8 medium apples. Toss them with ¾ cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to thicken the filling.
- Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to fit a 13×18-inch baking sheet. Place the rolled-out dough onto the sheet, pressing it into the corners and up the sides.
- Add the filling: Pour the apple filling evenly over the crust, spreading it out with a spatula.
- Top crust: Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the apples. You can either cover the entire pie or create a lattice pattern for a beautiful finish. If using a full crust, ensure to cut slits for steam to escape.
- Brush and sprinkle: Brush the top crust with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) for a golden finish. Sprinkle with a tablespoon of sugar for added sweetness and crunch.
- Bake: Bake the slab pie in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly. Keep an eye on it to prevent over-browning; cover with foil if necessary.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into squares. This will help the filling set and make serving easier!
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Experiment with different apple varieties to find your perfect blend of sweetness and tartness. You can prepare the filling a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.