Gigi's French Apple Pie

Indulge in the rustic elegance of Gigi's French Apple Pie, a delightful twist on the classic dessert that's sure to impress. This pie features a tender, buttery homemade crust cradling a luscious filling of tart Granny Smith apples infused with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla. What sets this recipe apart is the decadent crumble topping, made with rolled oats, brown sugar, and a touch of softened butter, adding a satisfying crunch to every bite. Drizzled with a touch of heavy cream before baking, this pie delivers a rich, caramelized sweetness that pairs beautifully with the spiced apple filling. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this French-inspired apple pie is the perfect centerpiece for any gathering or family meal. Easy to make yet wonderfully sophisticated, Gigi’s French Apple Pie is bound to become your go-to recipe for cozy, crowd-pleasing desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, cold
• 6 tablespoons Cold water
• 6 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for filling)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened (for topping)
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for topping)
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Start by making the pie crust. In a bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cut in 1 cup of cold, unsalted butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add 6 tablespoons of cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough begins to come together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough chills, prepare the apple filling. In a large bowl, toss the sliced Granny Smith apples with 0.75 cups of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg, 2 tablespoons of flour, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Set aside.

Step 5

Roll out the chilled pie crust on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Place the crust into the dish, trimming and crimping the edges as desired.

Step 6

Pour the prepared apple filling into the crust, distributing evenly. Drizzle 0.25 cups of heavy cream over the apples.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, prepare the crumble topping. Mix 0.5 cups of rolled oats, 0.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cups of brown sugar, and 0.5 cups of softened butter together until it forms a crumbly texture.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.

Step 9

Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.

Step 10

Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2785.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6681.7

Total Fat 317.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 196.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 839.4mg	0%
Sodium 126.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 943.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.4g	0%
Total Sugars 568.3g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 76.3IU	0%
Calcium 430.7mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 2488.3mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 55.1%