Baked Emporium-Style Apple Pie with Cinnamon Streusel
A comforting baked apple pie featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apples under a buttery streusel topping, inspired by Fort Worth’s renowned Emporium Pies. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, packed brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup, packed brown sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks), cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp ice water
- 6 cups, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick Granny Smith apples
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 large, beaten (for egg wash) egg
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Cut in 1 cup cold unsalted butter cubes using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 6 tbsp ice water, tossing with a fork until dough just comes together. Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a separate bowl, toss 6 cups sliced Granny Smith apples with 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/3 cup packed brown sugar until evenly coated.
- Step 3: On a floured surface, roll one dough disc into a 12-inch circle and fit into a 9-inch pie pan. Pour apple filling into the crust.
- Step 4: Roll the second dough disc into a 10-inch circle. For the streusel topping, mix 1/2 cup flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup cold butter cubes until crumbly. Sprinkle streusel evenly over apples.
- Step 5: Brush the exposed dough edges with 1 beaten egg for a golden finish. Bake pie on middle rack for 50-60 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Let cool at least 2 hours before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Emporium-Style Apple Pie with Cinnamon Streusel take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Baked Emporium-Style Apple Pie with Cinnamon Streusel?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Emporium-Style Apple Pie with Cinnamon Streusel?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Emporium-Style Apple Pie with Cinnamon Streusel for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Emporium-Style Apple Pie with Cinnamon Streusel?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
