Best 2 French Crumb Apple Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the classic flavors of fall with our delectable French crumb apple pie. This timeless dessert combines a flaky, buttery crust with a sweet and tangy apple filling, topped with a crunchy pecan streusel.

Dive into our collection of irresistible apple pie recipes, each offering a unique twist on this beloved treat. Discover the rustic charm of our classic apple pie, featuring a tender crust and a generous helping of cinnamon-spiced apples. For a delightful variation, try our Dutch apple pie, renowned for its crumbly oat topping and gooey apple filling.

If you're seeking a healthier option, our sugar-free apple pie is a delightful indulgence without compromising taste. And for a truly unique experience, our apple pie egg rolls offer a crispy and portable twist on this classic dessert.

No matter your preference, our apple pie recipes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and create lasting memories. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the flavors of the season.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH CRUMB APPLE PIE



French Crumb Apple Pie image

This pie got me married! I made this pie for my husband when we were first dating. A few years later he told me that as soon as he tasted that pie he knew he was going to marry me. Now that is what I call a GOOD PIE!! Hope you enjoy it!

Provided by Beth Streeter

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

PIE BOTTOM CRUST INGREDIENTS
1 c all purpose flour
1/3 c crisco
1 Tbsp heaping crisco
1 dash(es) salt
cold water
PIE FILLING INGREDIENTS
6 c granny smith apples sliced
3/4 c sugar
1/4 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 dash(es) salt
CRUMB TOPPING INGREDIENTS
1 stick butter hard
1 c flour
1/2 c brown sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Bottom pie crust directions. I am going to make this as complete as I can for everyone that has never made their own pie crust.
  • 2. Take flour and crisco and put it in a medium bowl.
  • 3. Use a fork or a pastry cutter to incorporate the crisco into the flour. Until it looks like little balls.
  • 4. Take a tablespoon of cold water and add it to the mixture. Gently working it in.
  • 5. Continue to add water a tablespoon at a time until you form a ball of dough. It should still be a tiny bit dry. You don't want it soaked.
  • 6. Wrap it in wax paper and put it in the fridge for about an hour.
  • 7. Filling Directions
  • 8. Take all the filling ingredients and put them in a bowl and mix. Let them sit for about 15 minutes till the apples and ingredients get nice and juicy.
  • 9. At this point you want to preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
  • 10. Roll out your bottom crust and place in a 9 inch pie pan.Just a little note if you have a marble rolling pin put it in the freezer for about a half hour before you roll out the dough. It makes it much easier to roll.
  • 11. Put the apple mixture into crust and get ready to make your topping.
  • 12. Topping directions
  • 13. Take flour and brown sugar and incorporate them together using a wire whisk.
  • 14. Take your stick of cold butter and slice it into the mixture.
  • 15. With a fork or pastry cutter cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles little balls.
  • 16. Flute the edges of your pie crust BEFORE you put the crumb topping on.
  • 17. Spread crumb topping over the apples until it is completely covered.
  • 18. Bake at 425 degrees for 50 minutes... Cover the pie with foil the last 15 minutes of baking so your crumbs don't burn.
  • 19. The pies juices should be bubbling up through the crust. That's how you know it's done. Enjoy!

OLD FASHIONED APPLE PIE WITH FRENCH CRUMB TOPPING



OLD FASHIONED APPLE PIE WITH FRENCH CRUMB TOPPING image

I love old fashion apple pie. My mother made the best but i dont remember all the ingredient because she alway keep out one ingredient so that we had to aask her for it.. Very sneaky.. I love it..I like my pie ale mode, nice creamy vanilla ice cream on top..Yummy !!!

Provided by NIKKI SMITH

Categories     Pies

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 21

PIE FILLING
7 c 7 c. sliced, peeled mcintosh or good cooking apples (about 7)
1/2 c packed light brown sugar
1/2 Tbsp nutmeg
dash of ground cloves
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 Tbsp cornstarch or flour
3 Tbsp finely ground nuts (optional)
1 unbaked pastry shell
CRUMB TOPPING #1
1/3 c butter
1/3 c brown sugar
3/4 c flour
1/2 c chopped nuts (optional)
CRUMB TOPPING #2
2 Tbsp flour
1/4 c brown sugar
1/4 c chopped nuts
3 Tbsp dark corn syrup
2 Tbsp butter, softened

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In large bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch (or flour). Mix together with apples, brown sugar, spices, and lemon juice. Sprinkle wafers or nuts on bottom of pie shell. (This keeps crust from becoming soggy.) Spoon apple mixture into pie shell.
  • 2. Make French Crumb Topping by mixing 1/3 cup butter and 1/3 cup brown sugar together. Cut in 3/4 cup flour. Stir in nuts. Sprinkle topping over apples in pie plate. Bake for 50 minutes or until topping is golden and apples are tender
  • 3. NOTE: If you prefer to use conventional top crust, brush unbaked top crust with egg yolk and 1 tablespoon cream mixed together. Dust with sifted powdered sugar when pie comes out of oven. Or use the following topping on top of the crust before baking.
  • 4. Mix all ingredients together and spread over unbaked top crust. Bake for about 50 minutes.
  • 5. TIP: For a lovely taste thrill, mix 3 or 4 teaspoons of cinnamon into 1 quart softened vanilla ice cream. Refreeze. Serve a scoop of the cinnamon ice cream on warm apple-pie slices.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • Be sure to peel and core the apples before slicing them. This will help the apples cook evenly and prevent the pie from becoming too mushy.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the apples. This will help prevent them from bruising and becoming discolored.
  • Don't overfill the pie crust. This will make it difficult for the pie to bake evenly.
  • Brush the top of the pie crust with milk or cream before baking. This will help it to brown and become crispy.
  • Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature and continue baking until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This classic French crumb apple pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. With its flaky crust, tender apples, and sweet crumb topping, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try!

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