Description
Midwestern apple slab pie delivers pure comfort with its crisp, buttery crust and generous apple filling spread across a sheet pan. Sweet cinnamon and tender apples create a rustic dessert perfect for family gatherings and weekend celebrations you’ll want to share with everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 9 cups (2.13 liters) thinly sliced, peeled apples
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 box refrigerated pie crusts (softened)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons (22.5 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (2.6 grams) ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon (0.6 grams) ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon (1.5 grams) salt
- 1.5 tablespoons (22.5 milliliters) lemon juice
- Flour for rolling out dough
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 450°F (232°C), ensuring the temperature is precisely calibrated for optimal baking performance.
- Dust a clean work surface with all-purpose flour. Carefully unroll two refrigerated pie crusts, layering them meticulously. Using a rolling pin, transform the stacked crusts into a rectangular shape measuring approximately 17 x 12 inches.
- Gently transfer the rolled dough into a 15x10x1-inch baking pan, pressing the pastry firmly against the corners and sides. Delicately fold any excess dough underneath to create a polished, uniform edge.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and kosher salt. Whisk the dry ingredients until thoroughly integrated.
- Pour fresh lemon juice over the dry mixture, then add thinly sliced apples. Gently toss the ingredients, ensuring each apple slice receives an even coating of the spiced mixture.
- Spread the apple filling uniformly across the prepared pie crust, creating an aesthetically pleasing and consistent layer.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 33-38 minutes. Monitor the surface for a rich golden-brown color and visible bubbling, indicating the pie’s perfect doneness.
- Remove the pie from the oven and place on a wire cooling rack. Allow the pastry to rest and cool for approximately 45 minutes.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk until a smooth, silky consistency is achieved.
- Drizzle the glaze artfully over the cooled pie, allowing it to set for roughly 30 minutes.
- Once the glaze has firmed, slice the pie into square portions. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
- Prepare for a rustic dessert that transforms classic pie into an easy-to-serve rectangular treat perfect for crowds.
- Refrigerated pie crusts become the secret weapon for creating a hassle-free base that stretches beautifully across the baking sheet.
- Toss apples with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg to create a filling that captures autumn’s essence in every delectable bite.
- Golden brown edges and bubbling fruit suggest the pie has reached peak deliciousness during its transformative baking process.
- Smooth powdered sugar glaze adds a sweet finale, drizzling elegantly across the surface and creating a professional bakery-style finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg