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Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

Bake the perfect Dutch Apple Crumb Pie with a buttery streusel topping. This easy recipe features a pre-cooked filling to prevent a soggy bottom. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 lbs Granny Smith apples about 6 medium apples
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for crumb topping
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar for crumb topping
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon for crumb topping
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter room temperature for crumb topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Rolling pin
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F, positioning one rack on the bottom and another in the center.
  2. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to form a 12-inch circle and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
  3. Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch pieces, then toss them with cinnamon in a large bowl.
  4. In a saucepan, melt 8 Tbsp butter, whisk in 3 Tbsp flour, add 1/4 cup water and 1 cup sugar, letting it simmer until glossy.
  5. Pour the sauce over the apples and mix until coated before pouring everything into the crust.
  6. In a bowl, mix 1 cup flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 Tbsp granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  7. Add 8 Tbsp softened butter to the mixture and mix until it resembles pea-sized crumbs, then stir in the chopped pecans.
  8. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the apple filling without pressing down.
  9. Place a sheet of foil on the bottom rack to catch drips and bake the pie on the center rack for 50-60 minutes.
  10. Cool the pie on a wire rack for an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a nut-free crumb topping, simply omit the pecans. Substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans if desired. Use a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples for a balanced sweet-tart flavor. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for up to four days. Reheat in the oven for a crispy topping. Don’t skip the cooling time; it ensures clean slices and allows the filling to set beautifully.
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