Description

This Easy Apple Pie with a Graham Cracker Crust offers a delightful twist on the classic dessert. Featuring a buttery, crunchy graham cracker crust, a spiced honeycrisp apple filling, and a crumbly cinnamon streusel topping, this pie is perfect for any occasion. It’s simple to prepare, baking up to a golden, aromatic treat that’s delicious served warm with ice cream.

Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

6 Graham Crackers (crushed or 1 cup crumbs)
1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar

Streusel Topping

1 cup All-purpose Flour
1/2 cup Brown Sugar
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
5 tablespoons Cold Unsalted Butter (diced small)

Apple Pie Filling

5 Honeycrisp Apples (peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4 inch)
1/2 cup Brown Sugar
3 tablespoons All-purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 tablespoon Cornstarch

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9-inch springform pan with baking spray to prevent sticking.
Make Graham Cracker Crust: In a microwave-safe medium bowl, combine 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until butter is fully melted and mixture resembles wet sand.
Form Crust: Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. Use the bottom of a 1/3 cup measuring cup to firmly press the crust flat and compact.
Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 6 minutes until it turns golden brown. Remove and let cool completely.
Prepare Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Cut in 5 tablespoons cold diced butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until mixture forms pea-sized clumps.
Chill Streusel: Place the streusel topping in the freezer for 20 minutes to chill and set.
Prepare Apple Filling: Using a mandolin or sharp knife, slice peeled and cored apples into thin 1/4-inch slices. In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, combining thoroughly by hand.
Drain and Toss with Cornstarch: Once the crust is cool, strain the apple mixture to remove excess juices. Then sprinkle 1 tablespoon cornstarch over the apples and mix well to thicken the filling.
Assemble Pie: Pour the apple mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust. Evenly sprinkle the chilled streusel topping over the apples.
Bake Pie: Bake the assembled pie in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until the streusel is golden and apples are tender.
Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool to allow the filling to thicken for easier slicing. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Use Honeycrisp apples or any sweet-tart apple variety for best flavor and texture.
To avoid soggy crust, ensure you strain excess juice from apples before assembling.
The pie can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For easier slicing of apples, a mandolin slicer is highly recommended.
Adjust cinnamon quantity in streusel topping according to taste preference.
If you prefer a traditional pie crust, this recipe can be adapted by replacing the graham cracker crust.
Allow the pie to cool properly to let the cornstarch-thickened filling set perfectly before serving.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 46 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 28 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: apple pie, graham cracker crust, easy apple pie, streusel topping, fall desserts, homemade pie, honeycrisp apples