Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Crumble Pie with Caramelized Sugar Crust

Allergens

This recipe contains wheat, dairy, and soy. To make it allergen-friendly, use gluten-free flour and oats, a dairy-free butter substitute, and soy-free brown sugar.

Ingredients

• 6 cups peeled, sliced apples (preferably Granny Smith or Golden Delicious)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup all
• purpose flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 pre
• made pie crust (9 inches)
• Caramelized Sugar Crust:
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the apples, 1 cup granulated sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Toss until the apples are evenly coated with the spiced sugar mixture. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, mix together the flour, rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set aside.
4. For the caramelized sugar crust, in a small saucepan, combine the 1/3 cup granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar has dissolved. Increase the heat to high, and without stirring, bring the mixture to a boil. Cook until the sugar turns a deep amber color, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to burn the caramel.
5. Carefully pour the hot caramelized sugar into the center of the pre made pie crust, quickly swirling it around to coat the bottom and sides evenly. Set aside to harden slightly.
6. Arrange the prepared apples in the caramelized sugar crust, mounding them slightly in the center. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
7. Bake the pie for 45 50 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown. If the edges of the crust begin to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
8. Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving.

Chef’s Insight

This recipe is perfect for using up those last apples from your autumn harvest, ensuring no waste while bringing out their natural sweetness and flavor.

Notes

This apple crumble pie can be made ahead of time and reheated just before serving, making it an ideal dessert for busy holiday gatherings.