Apple Crumb Pie

Delicious, crisp, fresh, and sweet, this apple crumb pie is sure to satisfy that craving for something sugary.  You can even serve this with some vanilla ice cream to give this dessert even more dimension..  The mixture of warm and cold are tasty and create an irresistible treat.

When making this recipe I used a store bought pie crust for convenience.  Although you are welcome to make your own pie crust if you would like to.  Depending on the size of your crust though, you may need to adjust how many apples you use.  When I made this pie I biased it off of Martha Stuarts Dutch Apple Pie but I didn't realize my pie crust was smaller than hers so I ended up having a very large pile of apples.  Although, make sure you don't skimp out on your apples because they will shrink down when baking.

Ingredients:

• 8in frozen pie crusts
• 5-6 sliced peeled and cored  pink lady apples
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 cup unsalted softened butter
• 1 cup flour
• 2/3 cup brown sugar

Directions:
Begin by heating your oven to 400°F.  Then take your apples, and coat in 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tbsp. of lemon juice. Make sure the apples are thoroughly coated and set aside.

Next, take 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of flour,  and 2/3 cup brown sugar and put into a medium bowl.  Using your fingers or a pastry blender mix together until a crumb forms.

Now, taking you frozen pie crust place it into a pie pan.  Pour you apple filling into the crust (pile more towards the center), then evenly sprinkle your crumb mixture over top.  Place the pie into the heated oven for 45-55min, or until the pie is  lightly browned and begins to bubble slightly.  Once done place your pie onto a cooling rack.  When the pie is cooled cut the pie. Optional: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


Hope you enjoy!
   -Megan