Here’s a classic, easy-to-make Apple Slab Pie—great for feeding a crowd and perfect for fall flavors.
🍎 Apple Slab Pie
🛒 Ingredients (9×13 pan)
For the crust:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
For the filling:
- 6–8 medium Apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For topping:
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
🔪 Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- In a bowl, mix flour and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together.
- Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic, and chill 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
3. Assemble the Pie
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one half of the dough to fit the bottom of a greased 9×13 pan.
- Spread apple mixture evenly over the crust.
- Roll out the second half of the dough and place on top. Seal edges and cut a few slits for steam.
- Brush top with beaten egg and sprinkle sugar if desired.
4. Bake
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
- Let cool 15–20 minutes before slicing into slabs.
💡 Tips
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples (like Granny Smith + Honeycrisp) for depth of flavor
- Add a handful of Raisins or chopped nuts for extra texture
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
If you want, I can make a shortcut version using pre-made pie crusts and minimal prep that’s ready in under 45 minutes.
