Description
A decadent Apple Crumble Pie with a rich chocolate ganache topping, combining tender spiced apples under a crunchy walnut crumble and a smooth chocolate cream finish. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a cozy and festive treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base & Apple Filling
- 1 pie crust
- 5 large Gala apples
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 Cup all-purpose flour (leveled)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 Cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 Cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 Cup all-purpose flour (leveled)
- 3/4 Cup chopped walnuts
- 1/3 Cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
Chocolate Ganache
- 1/2 Cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 Cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust
Set the pie crust aside to allow it to come to room temperature if refrigerated and prepare your workspace for assembly. - Prepare and Mix Apple Filling
Peel, core, and slice the Gala apples. Toss them immediately with lemon juice to prevent browning. In a large bowl, combine the apples with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, ground cloves, nutmeg, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well to evenly coat all apple slices with the spices and flour mixture. - Make the Crumble Topping
In a separate bowl, combine light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, and chopped walnuts. Pour in the melted and slightly cooled butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture. - Assemble and Bake the Pie
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a pie dish with the prepared pie crust. Add the apple filling evenly over the crust, then sprinkle the walnut crumble topping over the apples. Bake in the preheated oven for about 55 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the apples are tender. - Prepare the Chocolate Ganache
While the pie is baking, heat the heavy whipping cream gently until just simmering, then pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for a minute, then stir until smooth and glossy. - Finish and Serve
Once the pie is out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top of the crumble or serve it warm alongside each slice for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Use firm, tart apples like Gala for the best texture and flavor.
- Ensure the butter for the crumble is melted but not hot to properly bind the topping without melting it all.
- Do not overbake; the crumble should be golden, and apples tender but not mushy.
- Ganache can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans for a different nutty flavor.
