Absolutely! An Apple Slab Pie is a large, rustic dessert—perfect for feeding a crowd. It’s like a classic apple pie, but baked in a sheet pan for a golden, thick, and chewy treat. 🍏🥧
Here’s a reliable recipe:
Apple Slab Pie Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 8–12)
For the crust:
- 2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
For the filling:
- 6–7 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
For topping:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
1. Make the crust
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
- Divide dough into two portions, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic, and chill 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the filling
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla. Toss gently to coat evenly.
3. Assemble the slab pie
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one dough disc to fit a half-sheet pan (about 13×18 inches). Place it in the pan and trim edges.
- Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll out the second dough disc and lay it over the apples. Trim and seal edges (press with a fork).
- Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle sugar on top.
4. Bake
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and apples are tender.
- Check after 30–35 minutes; if the edges brown too fast, cover lightly with foil.
5. Serve
- Let the pie cool for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
- Optional: serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.
Tips
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for depth of flavor.
- You can add raisins, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of caramel for extra indulgence.
- Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen.
If you want, I can also give a “quick one-bowl apple slab pie” version that skips making dough from scratch and uses store-bought puff pastry for a faster, equally delicious result.
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