When apple season comes around it doesn’t seem right not to make a pie. It’s John’s favorite — and probably mine, too. Cherry and pecan don’t have anything on apple. But pumpkin? We’ll get to that later… This pie was inspired by my love for all-things deep dish (hello simple deep dish pizza!), and my recent discovery of the perfect oat-pecan crumble (which is gluten free). I took this pie over to some friends and didn’t start it until an hour and a half before leaving, so it comes together pretty quick. Another huge perk? It only requires one bowl! I love simple baking. This pie is pretty decadent — definitely not health food. But if you’re going to indulge in dessert why not make it fruit? The crust is a classic flaky crust that’s a family recipe, the filling is nothing but apple-cinnamon goodness, and the top is the perfect mixture of nutty, oaty, brown sugar goodness. Your friends will thank you for making this pie. Mine did. Proof? It was gone by the evening’s end. Maybe I should’ve named this “5-Hour Apple Pie” — that’s how long it lasts. Enjoy!
