🍎 Rustic Apple Slab Pie That Feeds a Crowd - Recipes Website

🍎 Rustic Apple Slab Pie That Feeds a Crowd

The cozy classic—supersized. This deep-dish apple slab pie brings together flaky buttery crusts, tender spiced apples, and a golden cinnamon-sugar top in a big-batch format that’s perfect for gatherings, holidays, or simply treating yourself all week long. Think apple pie, but easier to serve and way more impressive.

🍏 Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Pie

  • Bakes Big: Fits a 13×18-inch pan—ideal for potlucks, parties, or leftovers.

  • Perfect Texture: Buttery crust meets juicy, caramelized apples and warm spices.

  • Beginner-Friendly: Simple steps with no fancy equipment required.

  • Customizable: Add nuts, crumble topping, or even a cheesecake swirl.

🥧 Ingredients

For the Double Crust:

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed

  • ½ cup ice water (plus more if needed)

For the Apple Filling:

  • 6 cups thinly sliced apples (try Granny Smith + Honeycrisp)

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar or maple syrup

  • 2 tbsp flour

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ tsp nutmeg

  • ¼ tsp ground ginger

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp butter, cubed

Optional Topping:

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

  • 2 tbsp cold butter, cubed

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar