The Best Apple Crisp Pie Recipe - Inside BruCrew Life (2024)

ThisApple Crisp Pie Recipe is the best fall dessert. An oatmeal crumb topping adds a delicious crunchy texture to the homemade apple filling, making it the ultimate treat! It's a must-have for every holiday.

A few years ago I combined two of our favorite fall desserts into one delicious dessert! This apple crisp pie has become a family favorite, and everyone looks forward to it every fall.

The best part about this recipe is that you can use homemade crust or buy dough at the store. Plus, theapple pie fillingcan be made ahead of time.

We enjoy addingvanilla bean ice cream, caramel sauce, orhomemade whipped creamto make it even better.

What is Apple Crisp Pie?

Our apple crisp pie offers a delightful twist to classic apple pie. A buttery, crumbly oat topping makes the cooked apples taste like an easy apple crisp or Dutch apple pie.

This pie is perfect for beginners, but it's so delicious that everyone will think you're an experienced baker.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Once you try this simple and delicious apple crisp pie, you'll never return to traditional apple pie again!

• So easy to make. This pie can be made with homemade or store-bought ingredients. You don't need special tools or techniques to make our simple pie recipe.
• The perfect combination of textures.From the flaky pie crust to the tender apples and crunchy oat topping, this is hands down the best apple pie. It has a wonderful blend of textures and flavors!
• Crowd-pleasing dessert.Everyone loves a classic apple pie or an apple crisp. Pair the two together, and you'll wish you made a second pie.

If you love homemade pies, you're in the right place! Ourpumpkin pieandpecan cheesecake pieare perfect for holiday dinners.

Key Ingredients

This apple crumble pie recipe comes together quickly and easily, especially if you make the crust and filling ahead of time!

• Refrigerated Pie Crust -Use a homemade crust recipe or grab pre-made pie crusts from the store.
• Apple Pie Filling -Make a simple filling with sliced apples or use 2-3 cans of store-bought pie filling.
• All-Purpose Flour -The flour acts as a binder and gives the crisp topping a crunchy texture.
• Quick Oats -Adding these large flakes to the topping creates a crunchy and crumbly texture.
• Brown Sugar -Adds a sweet, caramel-like flavor that pairs very well with the apple mixture.
• Spices- Use a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and star anise for a delicious fall flavor.
• Unsalted Butter- Acts like glue to hold the topping together.

How to Make Apple Crisp Pie

Do yourself a favor and make this easy apple pie for yourThanksgivingdessert table this year. Trust me, it will disappear in minutes!

1. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges. Spoon the chilled apple pie filling into the bottom.
2. Mix flour, sugar, oats, spices, and butter in a medium bowl until crumbly.
3. Place all the oat mixture on top of the apples. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the pie crust is golden brown.
4. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving warm apple pie with ice cream and caramel topping.

BruCrew Tip:Use a pie shield or aluminum foil to prevent the pie crust from over-browning during baking.

Storage Recommendations

Let the pie cool to room temperature, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Store it in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Freeze the leftover pie in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight.

Reheat slices in the oven at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes.

Tips and Tricks

• Prep ahead.If you're making this classic fall dessert for the holidays, plan everything in advance. Make the pie crust and apple filling 2-3 days before. Then, put it together right before baking.
• Bake on a baking sheet.Fruit pie is known to bubble. Place the pie dish on a rimmed baking sheet to avoid spills or messes. Plus, bringing the pie plate in and out of the oven is much easier!
• Don't rush the filling. Before baking, the pie filling must cool and gel together. Otherwise, it will melt the butter in the crust.
• Use the best apples.When baking, it's best to use firm apples that can hold up to cooking, like Pink Lady or Granny Smith apples. You can also use sweet apples, like Gala, Fuji, or Golden Delicious, or combine a mix of different types of apples.
• Preheat your oven. Ensure your oven temperature is 375 degrees F before baking to prevent a soggy crust.
• Use an apple peeler.If you're working with a large quantity of apples, save time and effort using a crank-style apple peeler. They'll help you get this sweet apple pie on the table quickly!

Variations

• Ginger- Add a teaspoon of ground ginger to your fresh apples and other filling ingredients for a hot, spicy flavor. You can also add small pieces of candied ginger for a pop of flavor!
• Caramel- Combine thiscaramel apple pie recipewith this apple streusel pie! Just replace the top crust with streusel topping.
• Nuts- Add chopped toasted walnuts or pecans to the topping of this delicious pie for extra crunch.

FAQs

More Apple Recipes

• Apple Cheesecake Pie
• Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
• Apple Icebox Cake
• French Apple Cake
• Toffee Apple Pie Cookies

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Recipe

Apple Crisp Pie

Yield: 10 slices

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

ThisApple Crisp Pie Recipe is the best fall dessert. An oatmeal crumb topping adds a delicious crunchy texture to the homemade apple filling, making it the ultimate treat! It's a must-have for every holiday.

Ingredients

• 1 refrigerated pie crust
• 4 cups apple pie filling
• ½ cup all purpose flour
• ½ cup quick oats
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground star anise
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375° F. Place the pie crust in the pie plate and crimp the edges.
2. Spoon the chilled pie filling into the crust.
3. Mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, star anise, and butter until crumbs form.
4. Place the mixture on top of the apple pie filling. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
5. Let cool on a wire rack. The pie will slice a little better if it is completely cooled. Serve with ice cream and caramel topping, if desired.

Notes

• Prep ahead.If you're making this classic fall dessert for the holidays, plan everything in advance. Make the pie crust and apple filling 2-3 days before. Then, put it together right before baking.

• Bake on a baking sheet.Fruit pie is known to bubble. Place the pie dish on a rimmed baking sheet to avoid spills or messes. Plus, bringing the pie plate in and out of the oven is much easier!
• Don't rush the filling. Before baking, the pie filling must cool and gel together. Otherwise, it will melt the butter in the crust.
• Use the best apples.When baking, it's best to use firm apples that can hold up to cooking, like Pink Lady or Granny Smith apples. You can also use sweet apples, like Gala, Fuji, or Golden Delicious, or combine a mix of different types of apples.
• Preheat your oven. Ensure your oven temperature is 375 degrees F before baking to prevent a soggy crust.
• Use an apple peeler.If you're working with a large quantity of apples, save time and effort using a crank-style apple peeler. They'll help you get this sweet apple pie on the table quickly!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 10Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 266Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 121mgCarbohydrates: 44gFiber: 2gSugar: 26gProtein: 2g

Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.

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*This post was first published in November 2016. It was updated and republished in October 2023.

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