Apple Slab Pie Recipe
A classic apple slab pie made in a large pan with a flaky crust and lightly spiced apple filling. This easy recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd, making ahead, or freezing for later.
Servings 20 People
Ingredients
- 2 large pie crusts, either a from scratch pie crust recipe or purchased
- 5 lbs apples (Granny Smith or Macintosh work well for pies)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar or to taste
- 1 tsp heaping cinnamon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Rolling the Pie Crust
- Use a cookie sheet with sides for this slab pie. Cut a piece of parchment paper larger than the pan, place it on the counter, and dust it lightly with flour.
- Divide the pie crust in half. Roll the first half out on the parchment paper into a rectangle slightly larger than the cookie sheet.
- Fold the dough in half to make transferring it easier and place it into the pan. Slab pies are rustic, so if the dough rips, simply press it back together.
Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling
- Wash and peel the apples. Prepare them one of two ways.
- First method: Peel, core, and slice the apples into a large bowl. Toss with lemon juice to prevent darkening. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and flour, then place the bowl in the fridge while rolling the pie crust
- Second method: Peel the apples first, then core and slice them directly onto the bottom crust. The amount of apples will depend on their size and how thick you want the pie to be. Sprinkle the sugar, cinnamon, and flour over the apples and toss lightly.
Step 3: Assemble the Slab Pie
- Roll out the second piece of pie crust and place it over the apple filling.
- Fold the top crust over the apples and seal the edges all the way around.
Step 4: Bake the Apple Slab Pie
- Bake at 400 F for about 40 minutes. Let cool completely before slicing into large squares.
