apple slab pie

Here is a complete step-by-step recipe for a delicious Apple Slab Pie. This version features a flaky crust filled with spiced apples and is baked in a sheet pan—perfect for serving a crowd.

Apple Slab Pie Recipe

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes

• 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

• 6 to 7 medium apples (about 1.5 kg), peeled, cored, and sliced

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch or flour (for thickening)

For assembling:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the pie dough

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar.

2. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork until the dough begins to come together.

4. Divide the dough into two portions, shape each into a rectangle, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.

Step 2: Prepare the apple filling

1. While the dough chills, place the sliced apples in a large bowl.

2. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch.

3. Toss to coat the apples evenly. Set aside.

Step 3: Roll out the bottom crust

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough into a rectangle large enough to fit a 10 x 15 inch (25 x 38 cm) rimmed baking sheet.

3. Gently transfer the dough to the baking sheet, pressing it into the corners and letting a little hang over the edges.

Step 4: Add the apple filling

1. Spread the prepared apple filling evenly over the bottom crust.

Step 5: Roll out and place the top crust

1. Roll out the second piece of dough into a rectangle to fit over the filling.

2. Lay it over the apples.

3. Trim any excess dough and pinch the edges to seal. Use a fork or fingers to crimp.

4. Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 6: Apply egg wash and sugar

1. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg.

2. Sprinkle with sugar for a golden, crisp finish.

Step 7: Bake

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.

2. If the edges brown too quickly, cover them loosely with foil.

Step 8: Cool and serve

1. Let the pie cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.

2. Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

• Great for parties, potlucks, or holiday gatherings.