You’re in the middle of cooking and baking up a storm. Then it hits you! Your pie shell box, only has ONE LEFT! No worries! Make Streusel Topped Apple Pie.
So. Here’s the scenario. You’ve planned the “big” dinner. You’re in the middle of cooking and baking up a storm. The oven is jam packed. You’re hair is a mess. You haven’t showered. You’re almost SURE you smell and the stench has driven everyone out of the kitchen, which is fine with you. They’re just in the way anyway. Then it hits you. Like a MAC truck. Your pie shell box, only has ONE LEFT! Words escape that would make a sailor blush.
You panic. It’s not in your game plan to whip up another pie shell for your apple pie. You’re already behind schedule by 20 minutes. That’s a HUGE #FAIL in your mind. You freak. You begin to hyperventilate. Cold sweats. WHAT THE $^&%* ARE YOU GONNA DO???
Okay. *slap* CHILL! Apple pie DOES NOT have to be a double crust. I know! It’s an amazing concept!! Think of it like an apple crisp in a pie crust. I KNOW, RIGHT?? Tasty. Easy, DELICIOUS! AND it only requires one pie crust, WHICH YOU HAVE!! Yes yes, I know. I have saved your sanity and more importantly, your meal. No, a simple thank you will do.
Streusel topping consists of ingredients found in most pantries; flour, sugar, oatmeal, and some butter from your fridge. Honestly, I don’t have butter, but I have margarine, and that would work just fine. I used butter spray for this recipe, just to see how versatile streusel topping is. That worked as well. Was a bit crispier than usual, but tasted yummy.
So, as you can see, no matter what your dilemma, I’ve has you covered! Be it quick and easy appetizers, frostings and toppings, to home made cake mixes, we’ve got ya covered this week with easy meals, substitutions, and solutions to your Holiday baking and cooking dilemmas.
Ingredients
- 4 cups apples, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
- 1 whole pie crust
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup quick cooking oats
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 whole egg white, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Carefully place the pie dough onto the pie plate. Trim any excess and crimp edges.
- Toss the apples with the sugar, flour, and apple pie spice in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine 1 cup of flour with the brown sugar, salt, and quick cooking oats. Using two knives or a pastry blender, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Spread the apple mixture into the pie shell. Top with the streusel topping and bake at 350 for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until the apples are fork tender and the crust is brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nancy Piran says
That is definitely one massive apple pie! Looks great! Thanks for linking to Less Laundry, More Linking party!
Sarah Reid says
Totally reminds me of my mom's crumble pie. Perfectly simple!
Cindy Kerschner says
I'm bringing my fork over now, Christie!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
I actually prefer streusel topped to pie crust on top–so much more flavorful plus that great crunch! Your slice is making me drool!
Renee says
I totally prefer a streusel crust on an apple pie. It's so much better than a double crust.
Kim @ Treats and Trinkets says
I most certainly know that feel. Me and pie crust have irreconcilable differences, so if there's none in the box, there's none on the pie. This is such a great solution!
Stacy Rushton says
Whether I've got enough pie crust of not, Christie, I love your streusel! That crunchy topping looks delicious!
Shaina Wizov says
Streusel topping is the best….definitely one of the best ways to cover any dessert!
The Ninja Baker says
Oh my goodness. Your streusel apple pie looks sooooo good…I was thinking I'd make a double crusted apple pie for Christmas dinner. But you may have changed my mind!
Liz Berg says
This may have to be our Christmas dessert! I love, love apple pie (but hate making that top crust!).
Tara says
That looks like such a beautiful pie and I adore the streusel topping!!
Christie Campbell says
Thank you, Tara. I've never made a streusel topped pie. This one was pretty darn good. I may have to make others.
Laura Dembowski says
Streusel topping is great on anything! Love how thick the layer of apples is too!
Christie Campbell says
Thank you, Laura. They were some tasty layers! Of all the pies I've baked, I think this one came out the prettiest of them all with those layers.
Constance Smith says
Mmmmm…I love apple pie, and with streusel? YES!
Christie Campbell says
hehe. Glad you like it, Constance. I hope you make this one for the Holidays.
Katie says
YUM! I love streusel topping on pies, and it's definitely a great idea to utilize if you don't have enough pie crust!
Christie Campbell says
Thanks, Katie. Sometimes, for me at least, the best laid plans… That's why I need lists.
Jennifer@ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Holy Crappers! Your apple pie looks to die for! All those layers of deliciousness!! I need this in my life!!
Christie Campbell says
I can ship ya one, Jennifer. 😉 I have my mandoline to thank for all those layers. LOVE that gadget! Thank you for stopping by.
Katy Stewart says
I love an apple pie of any type, but with this beautiful streusel topping, I think this would be one of my favorites – I'm definitely going to try making it!
Christie Campbell says
Please do, Katy! Let me know how it turns out. I may have to make another one for Christmas, this one was so good. Thank you for the lovely compliment.