APPLE CRUMB CROSTATA

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In this recipe, Granny Smith apples are folded into a crostata and finished with a buttery crumb topping, turning an apple pie into apple crumb crostata.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 22

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 pounds Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 sticks, plus 1 tablespoon, cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
4 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons ice water
Flour, for parchment
1 large egg, beaten
Granulated sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • To make the crust, mix flour, sugar, salt, and butter on medium speed until mixture resembles coarse sand. Add the yolks; mix slightly. Add ice water. Mix until just combined. Form dough into disk; wrap in plastic. Chill for 1 hour or up to 3 days.
  • To make the filling, melt butter in a large pan on high heat. Add apples, zests, and salt, stirring until coated. Sprinkle sugar, and saute, stirring, until sugar is dissolved, liquid has thickened, and apples are almost golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet, and let cool to room temperature.
  • To make the crumb topping, combine flour, dark-brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, allspice, and butter in a food processor, and pulse until mixture resembles coarse sand. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To assemble, preheat oven to 375 degrees and flour a piece of parchment paper. Roll chilled dough into a 1/4-inch-thick, 14-inch circle on parchment (trim excess). Place dough and parchment on cookie sheet. Mound cooled apple mixture in center, leaving a 3-inch border. Sprinkle crumb mixture on top of apples. Fold edges of the dough on top of apples, overlapping and leaving about a 6-inch round opening. Refrigerate until dough is firm, about 30 minutes. Brush edge of crust with egg, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake until pastry is golden brown and apples are tender, about 40 to 50 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature, with vanilla ice cream.

Fantaztic Four
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This is my new go-to apple dessert recipe. It's so easy to make and everyone loves it.


Niki
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my crust turned out really tough. I think I may have over-mixed it.


Zouher Zmt
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I made this crostata for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.


KING SOLOMON
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I'm not a huge fan of crumb crusts, but this one was really good. The buttery flavor really complemented the apples.


raveesha thathsarani
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This apple crumb crostata is the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Watsonic000
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The instructions were a bit confusing in some places, but I was still able to make a delicious crostata.


Rita King
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I love the idea of using a store-bought pie crust to save time. This recipe is a lifesaver!


Touseef Hanif
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a success. The only thing I do differently is add a little more sugar to the filling.


Payton
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This crostata was a bit too tart for my taste, even though I used a sweeter variety of apples.


Atario Swaby
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Great recipe! The crust was flaky and the apples were perfectly tender.


Saraznik
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I love making crostatas, and this apple version is now my favorite. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Rassel Baliwan
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Wow! This recipe takes a bit of work, but the end result is totally worth it.


Freddy paull 321 pro
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Loved making this crostata, from the buttery crust to the spiced apples. The perfect comfort food!


Clarain Matthys
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This apple crumb crostata was a hit at my last dinner party! The flaky crust and sweet, tart apples were a perfect combination.