Apple Crisp Loaf Pies
These Apple Crisp Loaf Pies combine flaky double pie crust with warm apple pie filling and a golden crisp topping — baked in loaf pans for the perfect cozy dessert or snack.
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6 –8 tbsp ice water
- Or use 2 store-bought pie crusts if preferred.
For the Apple Filling:
- 4 cups peeled cored, and sliced apples (about 4–5 medium apples)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice to prevent browning
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for richness
For the Crisp Topping:
- ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Pie Crust
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, mixing just until the dough comes together. Divide in half, shape into discs, and chill for 30 minutes if making homemade.
Step 2: Prepare the Crisp Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
Step 3: Roll & Press the Crust
- Roll out your pie crust to about ¼-inch thickness. Press into greased loaf or mini loaf pans, lining the bottoms and sides. Trim any excess dough.
Step 4: Prepare the Apple Pie Filling
- Peel, core, and slice apples into ¼-inch thick slices. Toss them with lemon juice in a large bowl to keep them from browning.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together water, both sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble slightly.
- Stir in the apple slices and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but not mushy and the sauce is thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the tablespoon of butter until melted and glossy.
- Cool Slightly Before Using
- Let the filling cool for 10–15 minutes before spooning it into your crust-lined loaf pans.
Step 5: Add the Crisp Topping
- Sprinkle the oat topping generously over each pan, covering the apples completely.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let cool for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use store-bought crust and filling for quicker prep.
- Try adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping.
- A drizzle of caramel sauce after baking takes it to the next level.
- These freeze well! Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.