🍏 Apple Slab Pie
Apple slab pie is a large, thin apple pie baked in a sheet pan, making it perfect for feeding a crowd. It has the same comforting flavor as traditional apple pie but is easier to slice and serve.
🥧 Ingredients
For the crust
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
For the apple filling
- 8–10 apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup flour or cornstarch (thickener)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the top
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sugar for sprinkling
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the crust
Mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough forms. Divide into two portions, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
2. Make the filling
In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugars, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour (or cornstarch), and vanilla.
3. Assemble the slab pie
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll one dough portion into a rectangle and place in a 10×15 inch sheet pan.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly.
- Roll out the second dough portion and place on top (or make a lattice crust).
4. Finish and bake
Brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar. Cut small vents if using a full crust.
Bake 40–45 minutes until the crust is golden and filling is bubbling.
🍨 Serving Ideas
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
- Add caramel drizzle for extra sweetness
- Sprinkle powdered sugar on top
⭐ Tips for the Best Apple Slab Pie
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for better flavor.
- Slice apples thinly so they cook evenly.
- Let the pie cool 30–40 minutes before cutting so the filling sets.
If you want, I can also show you the 5 best apples for baking apple pie (some stay firm and never turn mushy). 🍎🥧
