Heavenly Home-Baked Apple Slab Pie Recipe

If you love the comfort of a classic apple pie but need enough to feed a crowd, this Deliciously Home-Baked Apple Slab Pie is the perfect choice. With a buttery, flaky crust and a warmly spiced apple filling, this dessert is ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or any special occasion. Its rectangular shape makes it easy to slice and serve, ensuring every guest gets their share of this delightful treat.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 3 ¾ cups (470 g) All-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tbsp Sugar
• 1 ½ tsp Table salt
• 3 sticks (12 oz or 340 g) Unsalted butter, cubed and kept very cold
• ¾ cup Very cold water

For the Apple Filling:

• 3 ½ to 4 pounds Apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into ½-inch chunks (about 10 cups)
• A squeeze of Lemon juice
• ⅔ to ¾ cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
• 3 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp Ground allspice
• ⅛ tsp Table salt

To Finish:

• 2 tbsp Heavy cream or
• 1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter chunks.
3. Gradually drizzle in the cold water, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
4. Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape them into rectangles, wrap them in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 2: Make the Apple Filling

1. In a large bowl, toss the chopped apples with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning.
2. Add the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Mix well to coat the apples evenly with the spices.

Step 3: Assemble the Pie

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out one portion of the chilled dough on a floured surface into a rectangle large enough to line a 10×15-inch baking sheet or jelly roll pan. Transfer the dough to the pan, pressing it into the corners and letting the excess hang over the edges.
3. Pour the apple filling evenly over the crust.
4. Roll out the second portion of dough into a rectangle and lay it over the apples. Trim the excess dough, leaving a small overhang, and pinch the edges together to seal.
5. Cut slits or decorative vents into the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 4: Finish and Bake

1. Brush the top crust with heavy cream or the egg wash for a golden finish.
2. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
3. Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion

This apple slab pie is a versatile, crowd-pleasing dessert that captures the essence of homemade goodness. The flaky crust pairs beautifully with the spiced apple filling, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this pie will have everyone reaching for seconds. Bake this once, and it’s sure to become a cherished family favorite!