French Apple Pie

Indulge in the cozy, homemade goodness of this classic French Apple Pie, where tender, spiced Granny Smith apples meet a buttery, flaky crust and a golden, crumbly oat topping. Perfectly balanced with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg and a hint of citrusy brightness from fresh lemon juice, this pie is a delightful twist on traditional apple desserts. The crust, made from scratch, provides a tender foundation, while the oat crumble adds a satisfying crunch and rustic charm. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this show-stopping dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, weekend baking, or anytime you crave the ultimate comfort food. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect finishing touch! Keywords: French Apple Pie, apple dessert, homemade pie crust, oat crumble topping, fall desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 6 tablespoons Cold water
• 6 Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for crumble topping)
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar (for crumble topping)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar for the crust. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Mix until the apples are evenly coated. Set aside.

Step 5

For the crumble topping, mix the rolled oats, flour, and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Gently place the dough into the pie dish, trimming and crimping the edges as needed.

Step 7

Fill the crust with the prepared apple filling, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.

Step 9

Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any spills, and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1743.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5208.3

Total Fat 245.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 151.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 640.7mg	0%
Sodium 119.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 726.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.9g	0%
Total Sugars 381.7g
Protein 48.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 364.5mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 1586.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 54.7%