This American-style apple pie is packed with juicy apples and a warm cinnamon flavor. The crust is tender and crumbly, thanks to the oil-based dough, while the topping adds a buttery, sweet crunch. This pie is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy afternoon treat. With every bite, you’ll enjoy the balance of tart apples and sweet cinnamon, making it irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This:
You’ll love this pie for its generous filling of apples, perfectly spiced with cinnamon, and its easy-to-make, oil-based dough. The crumbly texture of the crust paired with the soft apples creates a satisfying contrast. The crumb topping adds an extra layer of sweetness and buttery goodness, making this pie a delightful dessert that will impress any crowd.
Perfect Occasion:
This apple pie is perfect for Thanksgiving, fall gatherings, or any time you’re craving a comforting dessert. It’s also great for serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a classic finish.
Decoration Tips:
For a beautiful presentation, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon or powdered sugar over the top of the pie before serving. You can also garnish with thin apple slices arranged in a fan shape on top of the crumbs for an elegant touch.
Ingredients for the Dough (24x3 cm pie dish):
- 270 g flour
- 100 g odorless vegetable oil
- 2-3 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp sugar or powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Apple Filling:
- 6 medium apples (peeled and sliced)
- 80-100 g sugar (depending on the sweetness of the apples)
- 3 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
For the Crumb Topping:
- 80 g flour
- 80 g sugar
- 100 g cold butter
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
In a bowl, combine the flour, vegetable oil, water, sugar, and salt. Mix with a spatula until the ingredients come together, then form the dough into a ball. The dough will be crumbly due to the oil but easy to work with. Press the dough into the pie dish, spreading it evenly with your fingers. - Make the Filling:
Peel and slice the apples into medium-sized pieces. In a large bowl, mix the apples with the flour, sugar, and cinnamon until well coated. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the dough in the pie dish. - Make the Crumb Topping:
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and cold butter with your hands until the mixture becomes crumbly. Sprinkle the crumbs evenly over the apples. - Bake:
Preheat the oven to 175°C (with convection) or 180°C (without convection). Bake the pie for about 1 hour. Halfway through baking, cover the pie with foil to prevent the top from burning. - Cool and Serve:
Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing. The pie will be fragrant, crumbly, and delicious, with the perfect combination of tart apples and sweet cinnamon.
Enjoy this classic, fragrant apple pie!