Easiest Crumb Topping Apple Pie Recipe

Name: Easiest Crumb Topping Apple Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 prepared frozen pie shell; 7 cups thinly sliced apples; ⅓ cup sugar, plus; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ½ cup rolled oats; ⅔ cup packed light brown sugar; ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 prepared frozen pie shell
7 cups thinly sliced apples
⅓ cup sugar, plus
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup rolled oats
⅔ cup packed light brown sugar
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Combine apples, 1/3 cup sugar and lemon juice.
3
Mix and let stand for 10 minute.
4
In food processor, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt.
5
Pulse to mix.
6
Add butter over mix and pulse until mixture resembles fine crumbs.Set aside.
7
Combine nutmeg, cornstarch, and remaining 1 tbl of sugar and add to apples.
8
Mix.
9
Transfer the apples into pie shell.
10
Using your fingers, rub the flour and oat mixture until it forms large buttery crumbs.
11
Heap topping over apples and pack down gently.
12
(It may seem like too much topping, but continue to pack it on, completely covering apples.
13
).
14
Place pie on baking sheet to catch any drips and bake pie for 1 hr at 375F Let cool on wire rack.

817

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 prepared frozen pie shell, 7 cups thinly sliced apples, ⅓ cup sugar, plus, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Easiest Crumb Topping Apple Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easiest Crumb Topping Apple Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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