Sheet Pan Sourdough Apple Pie with Cinnamon Crust
Rustic sourdough pie crust topped with tender cinnamon-spiced apples baked on a sheet pan for a quick and flavorful dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers sourdough starter discard, all-purpose flour, cold and cubed unsalted butter 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 320 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
- 1 cup sourdough starter discard
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 large, peeled and thinly sliced apples
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup sourdough starter discard, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cut in 1/2 cup cold cubed unsalted butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Press the dough evenly onto a greased 12x17-inch sheet pan, forming a 1/2-inch edge all around.
- Step 3: In another bowl, toss 4 large peeled and thinly sliced apples with 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp cornstarch until the apples are well coated.
- Step 4: Spread the apple mixture evenly over the sourdough crust, leaving the edges exposed.
- Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden and the apple filling is bubbly and tender.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing into squares to serve warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Sourdough Apple Pie with Cinnamon Crust take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Sheet Pan Sourdough Apple Pie with Cinnamon Crust?
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 Sheet Pan Sourdough Apple Pie with Cinnamon Crust?
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 Sheet Pan Sourdough Apple Pie with Cinnamon Crust 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 Sheet Pan Sourdough Apple Pie with Cinnamon Crust?
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.
