Dutch Apple Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Apple Pie Filling
- 9 Granny Smith green apples.
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 Pie Crust You can make your own or use a store-bought crust.
Dutch apple pie crumb topping
- 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 cup Salted Butter
Equipment
- Pie dish
- Pastry blender Or you can us a food process or a large fork.
- Apple peeler
- Knife
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Pellet Grill Smoker Optional: You can cook this in the oven.
Instructions
Preparing the Apples
- Peel all Granny Smith apples completely
- Cut apples into uniform 1-inch pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine ½ cup sugar with one teaspoon of cinnamon
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the apple pieces and mix to coat all the apples.
Dutch apple pie crumble topping
- In a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup sugar and ¾ cup flour, and 1 stick of butter.
- Using a pastry blender, food processor, or large fork, blend until you achieve pea-sized chunks.
Assembling and Baking the Dutch Apple Pie
- Place the prepared pie crust in your pie dish and poke it with a fork a few times.
- Add the seasoned apple mixture to the pie crust.
- Top evenly with the Dutch crumb mixture.
- Bake at 350°F for 1.5 hours.
- Remove the foil and broil briefly to achieve a golden-brown top (rotating frequently to prevent burning)
Dutch Apple Pie Recipe on the Pellet Grill
- Here's how to adapt this recipe for your pellet grill. Maintain a steady 350°F temperature on your pellet grill. Cover the pie with foil for almost the entire cooking time. You can remove the foil for the last 15 minutes to let that top brown a bit. Finish under the broiler in your oven for that perfect golden-brown top.
- Let it rest and cool for at least 3 hours. Now it is time to cut and serve the best Dutch apple pie ever.
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Pro Tip
The texture of your Dutch crumb topping is crucial—don’t mix it into a ball. You want to make tiny pea-sized chunks!
Fun Fact: I found out that dutch apple pie was my wife’s favorite dessert on our first or second date. I got this Dutch apple recipe from my mother and made it for the first time on our third or fourth date. We have been happily married for 25 years now.
Dutch Apple Pie Recipe Tips and Tricks
- For the best results, choose firm, tart Granny Smith apples. If you can’t find these, any tart green apples will work.
- Room-temperature butter is crucial for achieving the perfect crumb texture
- Don’t skip the 2-hour cooling period – it’s essential for clean slices
- Store leftover pie covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Common Questions About My Dutch Apple Pie Recipe
Can I use a different type of apple? While Granny Smith apples are ideal, any firm, tart baking apple will work.
What are good toppings for Dutch apple pie? My favorite toppings are ice cream and whipped cream.
What’s the difference between Dutch apple pie and regular apple pie? Dutch apple pie has the crumble topping and regular apple pie has a traditional crust on the top. I find Dutch apple pie to be much more flavorful and fun.
What Does Dutch Apple Pie Go Well With?
Dutch apple pie is a great dessert to have with almost any dinner. It’s especially good with our smoked turkey, smoked chicken, smoked brisket, pulled pork, tri-tip or any steak.
Conclusion
This Dutch Apple Pie recipe combines the best of both worlds – a classic dessert with the option to add a subtle smoky twist. Whether you choose to bake it in your oven or experiment with your pellet grill, this pie is sure to become a family favorite. Remember to tag us in your Dutch apple pie creations, and let us know if you tried the pellet grill method!