Description

This Apple Slab Pie delivers all the classic flavors of apple pie — buttery, flaky crust and cinnamon-spiced apples — in a large, crowd-friendly format. Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or cozy afternoons, it’s an easy yet impressive dessert that showcases how versatile and comforting pie crust apple desserts can be.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pie Crust:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (312g)
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed (226g)
6 to 8 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling:

10 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 1.2 kg)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar (250g)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (24g)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter, diced (14g)

Optional Topping:

1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon coarse sugar

Instructions

Make the Dough: Whisk flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough holds together. Divide into two disks, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 10×15-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll the Bottom Crust: Roll out one dough disk slightly larger than the pan. Lay into the baking sheet and press into corners.
Prepare the Filling: Toss sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice until coated.
Assemble: Spread apple mixture evenly over crust, dot with butter pieces, and cover with rolled top crust. Seal edges and cut slits for steam vents.
Add Topping: Brush top with milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar for a golden finish.
Bake: Bake 50–60 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes before slicing into bars or squares. Serve warm with ice cream or caramel drizzle.

Notes

Storage: Keep at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
Freezing: Freeze individual slices up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.
Tips: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp. Keep butter cold for a flaky crust. Don’t skip venting the top crust.
Variations: Add mini chocolate chips for Chocolate Apple Pie, caramel bits for Candy Apple Pie, or an oat topping for an Apple Crisp Pie hybrid.
Serving Suggestions: Pair with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel for the ultimate fall dessert.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert, Pie
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 310
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Apple Slab Pie, Apple Pie Dessert, Pie Crust Apple Recipes, Apple Desserts, Fall Baking Recipes