Chocolate Chip Cookie Crumble Pie
A delicious dessert that combines the best of both worlds - a rich chocolate chip cookie crust and a crunchy oat topping. This unique pie is perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Filling:
- 6 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
For the Topping:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Make the Crust:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add in the unsalted butter and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the white and brown sugars.
- Beat in the eggs until well combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Press the Crust into a Pie Dish:
- Press half of the dough mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the Filling:
- In a separate large bowl, combine the sliced apples, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until the apples are evenly coated with the dry ingredients.
- Add in the unsalted butter and mix until the apples are well combined.
Fill the Pie Crust:
- Pour the apple mixture into the baked pie crust and spread it out evenly.
Make the Topping:
- In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, cold unsalted butter, and cinnamon. Mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle this topping evenly over the apple filling.
Bake the Pie:
- Bake for 40-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Note: This recipe combines elements of cookie dough and oat crumble with a fruit filling, creating a unique dessert experience. The chocolate chip cookie crust adds an extra layer of flavor and texture that complements the apples perfectly.