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Delicious Apple Slab Pie Recipe

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Delicious Apple Slab Pie is a fun twist on the classic apple pie, offering all the deliciousness of a traditional apple pie, but in a large, easy-to-serve sheet-pan format. With a buttery, flaky crust and a sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple filling, this pie is perfect for feeding a crowd at gatherings, holidays, or whenever you’re craving a large, comforting dessert. It’s simple to make and offers generous servings that everyone will love.

Ingredients

For the crust:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes

6–8 tablespoons ice water

For the apple filling:

6 cups peeled and sliced apples (about 6–7 medium apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the filling)

1/4 teaspoon salt

For the egg wash:

1 egg, beaten

1 tablespoon milk (optional, for a shiny finish)

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
  2. Add the water: Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork after each addition, until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
  3. Chill the dough: Split the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the dough to firm up.
  4. Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with the granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and salt. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated. Set aside for a few minutes to let the juices begin to form.
  5. Assemble the Slab Pie: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out one disc of dough to fit the size of your baking sheet, about 1/8-inch thick. Place the dough on the baking sheet, pressing it gently into the corners and up the sides. Pour the apple mixture into the crust, spreading the apples evenly.
  6. Roll out the top crust: Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the apple filling. Trim any excess dough around the edges, leaving about a 1-inch border. Fold the edges of the dough under and crimp the edges together to seal. Use a sharp knife to cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape while baking.
  7. Brush with egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg with the milk (if using). Brush the top crust with the egg wash for a golden, shiny finish.
  8. Bake the Slab Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the edges of the crust are browning too quickly, you can cover them with foil to prevent burning.
  9. Cool: Once done, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow the filling to set.
  10. Serve: Slice the pie into squares or rectangles and serve warm. It’s delicious on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Add a handful of raisins or dried cranberries to the filling for extra texture and flavor.

Top the pie with a streusel topping for an extra layer of sweetness and crunch.

Use a mixture of different apples (like Granny Smith and Fuji) for a balance of tart and sweet flavors.

Drizzle a bit of caramel sauce over the pie before serving for added richness.

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