Description

This Glazed Apple Slab Pie is a show-stopper dessert that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Combining a buttery, flaky crust, a warm, spiced apple filling, and a sweet vanilla glaze, this recipe is a modern twist on a classic apple pie. Easy to serve and slice, it's a must-have for your recipe collection!

Ingredients

• For the Crust:
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup ice water
• For the Filling:
• 8 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are ideal)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Method

1. Prepare the crust by mixing flour and salt, cutting in cold butter until crumbly, adding ice water to form dough, dividing into two discs, wrapping, and refrigerating for 30 minutes.

2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius and prepare a baking pan.

3. Roll out one disc of dough to fit the baking pan and press it in.

4. Mix sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice in a bowl.

5. Spread the apple filling over the crust, roll out the second disc for the top crust, place it over the filling, trim, crimp edges, and cut slits in the top.

6. Bake the pie for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly, then cool completely.

7. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl for the glaze.

8. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pie and let it set before slicing.

Tips and Conclusion

Tips for Success
Make Ahead: The dough can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Customize the Apples: For a more complex flavor, mix different apple varieties like Granny Smith and Fuji.
Freezing Option: Assemble the pie and freeze it unbaked for up to a month. Bake directly from frozen, adding an extra 10 minutes to the baking time.
Conclusion
This Glazed Apple Slab Pie is everything you love about traditional apple pie, elevated to shareable perfection. Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or simply when you’re craving something sweet and comforting. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible dessert! 🥧🍎✨