Enjoy this delicious rustic Skillet Dutch Apple Pie Recipe as it is a perfect dessert for the Fall.
Yes you can bake a pie in skillet. Yes this Skillet Dutch Apple Pie Recipe is as good as it looks.
Here is the funny thing about me and baking pies, I love them but there is a part of me that doesn’t like to get my hands dirty. I mean, putting my hands in dough or meat isn’t my favorite step in any recipe. I just don’t enjoy the feeling of my hands being caked with…stuff and it takes forever to get that “stuff” off of your hands and out of your nails. Although this isn’t my favorite step, I love making pies. It is very nostalgic for me. I think of my grandparents, particularly my grandmothers, and how they must’ve prepared for their meals by using their hands. They didn’t have a lot of the cool gadgets and appliances that we do now a days. I guess I should stop acting spoiled and get my hands dirty.
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About this Dutch Apple Pie Recipe
There are any ways people make their pies. When it comes to the filling, I’ve seen pies where the fruit is placed in the pie dish and it thickens on its own. However, I prefer to make my apple pie filling first and then transfer it to the pie dish. I guess you can say I like the insurance of knowing the fruit filling is made to the thickness that I want it.
To make my apple pie filling, I simply cook my apples in some butter, add a little granulated sugar and light brown sugar to help the apples thicken. I add some cinnamon and nutmeg for flavor. Lastly, I do add some cornstarch to help it thicken. I have read some blogs and articles where avid bakers swear against using cornstarch. To that, I say to each its own. Absolutely, I have made pies before without the use of cornstarch and the problem with it for me is filling doesn’t get thick enough, for me. So, I use a little cornstarch for the reassurance.
- 5-6 Medium Granny Smith Apples, peeled and sliced (remove core and cord)
- 4 tbsp. Butter
- ¼ c. granulated sugar
- ½ c. light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp. Ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp. Ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp. Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp. Water
- 1 tsp.vanilla extract
- Topping
- 1 c. sugar
- ¼ tsp. Salt
- 1 c. flour
- ¼ c. chopped pecans
- 1 tsp. Cinnamon
- 6 tbsp. Butter, melted
- 1 store bought pie crust
- In a large saute pan, melt the butter on medium high heat. Once the butter is melted and begins to bubble, add the apples and allow them to cook for 3-5 minutes. Add both sugar and stir to toss. Add the cinnamon and nutmeg and allow to cook for 10 minutes.
- In a small ramekin, mix together the cornstarch and water until dissolved. Once the apples have cooked and begin to soften, add the cornstarch mixture to the apple and sir. The sauce will begin to thicken. Allow to simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Preheat oven to 350 Degrees.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the 1 cup of sugar, salt, flour, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and melted butter. Using a fork mix the ingredients together and large coarse crumbs will begin to appear. Set aside.
- Spray a medium cast iron skillet with baking spray or grease with one tablespoon of butter. Roll out the store bought pie crust onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out an extra ¼ inch each side. Place inside skillet and gently place inside skillet leaving the excess hanging off the skillet.
- Add the apple pie filling on top of the pie crust, sprinkle with the crumb topping, and tuck the excess pie crust alongside the edge of the pie or in any decorative style you would like. Place in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes and the pie will be slightly golden.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Give me all of this skillet dutch apple pie! I’m drooling over that crust and streusel topping. This is the perfect Fall dessert. YUM
Ahh skillet pies. The memories of a simpler time. To think I’ve had everything at my disposal to make one and haven’t jumped on the opportunity. You pictures are gorgeous and have me motivated to tackle this one ASAP.
I love that you made this in a cast iron skillet, and it’s just perfect for this time of year.
This look so crazy good. I must try it! I don’t cook in my skillet often because I don’t enjoy the clean up, but I’ll pull it out for this!
Wowzer! That crumble topping looks fantastic! The perfect pie for a family get together!
This apple pie looks absolutely scrumptious! I’m not much of a baker but this looks easy enough for me to give it a try, can’t wait to bake it!
Wow! This looks amazing. I would love a big piece with some vanilla ice cream right now! This is the perfect classic, comfort food dessert.
I LOVE apples. I have a bushel in my kitchen right now looking for a purpose. I’m going to have to try this out.
Dutch apple pie has always been and will always be my favorite dessert. What makes it amazing is the generous amount of topping to pair with the apples. This will be amazing for Thanksgiving next month!
I’ve really embraced cast iron cooking this summer/fall and look forward to expanding my baking in them. This recipe is there perfect place to start and use up all my fresh picked apples.
This looks fantastic! That crust looks perfectly flaky. I would love this for dessert or even a very decadent brunch!
I also did a lot of baking with my Grandma, awesome memories. Such a delicious pie. The flavors are awesome and a perfect way to use all the apples I have picked.
Oh wow! Like an apple pie and an apple crisp/crumble in one skillet! I want this so bad. With lots of thick custard, please 🙂
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