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Skillet Apple Pie

Skillet Apple is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This double crust apple pie bakes in a cast iron skillet for a delicious flaky crust filled with cinnamon apples.

Our homemade Cinnamon Ice Cream is the perfect topping for warm apple pie, Apple Crisp or Fresh Apple Cake.

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Slice of pie with ice cream on a plate.

The smell of warm apple pie is just about impossible to beat and who can resist a slice of apple pie topped with ice cream? This simple recipe is easy enough for any day of the week and delicious enough for holidays and special occasions.

The old saying goes, “as easy as pie” but I always take exception when it comes to the pie crust. I’ve been using this pie dough recipe for ages and it’s pretty simple to make in the food processor and easy to roll out and shape. If I’m pinched for time, I like to use a store bought crust.

🟢 Ingredients Needed

  • Pie Dough – homemade or store bought for double crust
  • Apples ~ Use your favorite variety: Honey Crisp, Granny Smith, Gala or Fuji are great options.
  • Brown Sugar
  • Cornstarch
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Kosher Salt
  • Egg
  • Granulated Sugar

🟢 Step by Step Directions

Collage: honey crisp apples, peeled cut into quarters.

  1. Peel and core apples and cut into quarters.Collage: sliced apples, brown sugar cinnamon in a bowl, apples with sugar, mixed.
  2. Thinly slice the apples and place in a large bowl.
  3. In another bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch and salt.
  4. Pour over the sliced apples and toss to coat.Collage: layering pie crust, cinnamon apples, top crust, egg wash.
  5. Place one pie crust into the skillet.
  6. Add the cinnamon apple filling, spreading evenly.
  7. Roll out the top pie dough and place over the top of the apples.
  8. Trim and crimp the edges to seal.
  9. Cut a few slits in the top to vent.
  10. Beat the egg and brush over the pie crust and sprinkle with sugar.Cast iron skillet apple pie.
  11. Place the skillet onto a rimmed baking sheet and bake the pie for 45 minutes or until filling is bubbly, crust is golden brown and the apples are cooked through.
  12. Cool on a baking rack for about 30 minutes before slicing. Sliced apple pie in a skillet, dessert plates with pie server.
  13. Slice the pie and serve warm or at room temperature. Slice of apple pie with cinnamon ice cream.
  14. Top with a scoop of homemade Cinnamon Ice Cream for a decadent and delicious dessert that everyone will love.

🟢 Recipe Notes

Storage: Store pie covered at room temperature up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days.

Pie Pan: If you don’t have a cast iron skillet, a 9 inch pie dish works too.

If you love fall baking and apple desserts, you will also love this Caramel Apple Slab Pie and these Fried Apple Hand Pies that are out of this world delicious.

Slice of apple pie with ice cream.

Skillet Apple Pie with cinnamon ice cream is a comforting and delicious dessert for any occasion. A flaky double crust pie with tender and juicy cinnamon apples is a surefire winner every single time.

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Slice of apple pie with ice cream.
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Skillet Apple Pie

Skillet Apple is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This double crust apple pie bakes in a cast iron skillet for a delicious flaky crust filled with cinnamon apples.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Additional Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Apple Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cast iron apple pie, double crust apple pie, homemade apple pie
Servings: 8
Calories: 337kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • prepared pie dough for double crust
  • 8 apples peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 cups) Honey Crisp, Granny Smith or Fuji
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • pinch of kosher salt
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Cinnamon Ice Cream for Serving

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Place apples slices into a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt.  
  • Pour over apple slices and toss to coat.  
  • Place one pie dough in a 10 inch cast iron skillet or a 9 inch pie plate.
  • Pour apple mixture into crust and top with top pie dough. Trim and press edges to seal.  
  • Using a sharp knife, cut several slits to vent.  
  • Brush top with egg and sprinkle with sugar.  
  • Place on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes or until crust is golden brown and apples are cooked through.
  • Cool 30 minutes or to room temperature before slicing.
  • Serve with cinnamon ice cream if desired.

Notes

Store pie covered with foil at room temperature up to 2 days or in the refrigerator up to 4 days,.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 162mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 40g

2 Comments

  1. Hi, I luv your recipes bust must comment that apple pie is not American although for some reason you do claim it as your own. As a Brit I find it irritating. Apple pie is English and originates from the 1300’s. Americans do tend to do that though without the knowledge of the food’s history on lots of foods. I’m not trying to be belligerent because I luv your stuff. Just needed a comment. See extract from web.
    Americans had made the apple truly their own. But the apple pie isn’t a uniquely American dish either, Upton writes. “In fact, the first recorded recipe for apple pie was written in 1381 in England, and called for figs, raisins, pears, and saffron in addition to apples”
    Cheers, John M.

    1. Hi John,
      I am so glad you are enjoying the recipes and appreciate your insight on the origins of apple pie. I have to admit that I didn’t research it, it’s just a saying here, as American as apple pie, ha! Well, maybe not. Thanks for the education 🙂

      ~ Milisa

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