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You know how regular apple pie is kind of a project? I love it — I do. But when you’re feeding more than just your immediate family (or you’re hosting a fall potluck and forgot until, oh, two hours before?), a slab pie is where it’s at.
This one checks all the boxes: flaky crust, sweet-tart apples, a touch of warm spice, and that magical little glaze over the top that makes everyone think you worked harder than you did. Win-win. And because it’s made in a sheet pan, you get way more servings than a traditional pie — which, if your family eats like mine, is a very good thing.
Why You’ll Love It
Feeds a crowd without anyone fighting over the last slice
Classic apple pie flavor, but easier to pull off
That glaze – simple, sweet, and just makes it look extra special
Pairs with anything, from a scoop of ice cream to your morning coffee
What You’ll Need
For the Pie
2 refrigerated pie crusts (nobody’s judging — they save so much time)
8 cups thinly sliced apples – I go for a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp
1 cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Tiny pinch of salt
2 tbsp lemon juice
For the Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk (adjust to get that drizzle-right consistency)
(Optional: a shake of cinnamon or nutmeg if you’re feeling festive)
How to Make It
Step 1: Preheat
Crank your oven to 450°F — you want it nice and hot by the time your pie’s ready to go in.
Step 2: Roll Out the Crust
Lay your crusts on a floured surface, stack ‘em, and roll into a rectangle about 17×12 inches.
Transfer it gently to a 15x10x1-inch baking sheet and press into the corners. Fold any extra edge under and give it a little crimp if you’re feeling cute.
Step 3: Make the Filling
In a big mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, spices, salt, and lemon juice.
Toss in the apples and give everything a good stir so the slices are coated and glossy.
Step 4: Fill It Up
Dump the apple mixture into your crust and spread it out evenly. It might look like a lot, but it’ll cook down.
Step 5: Bake
Slide it into the oven and bake for 33–38 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling in the most satisfying way.
Cool on a wire rack for about 45 minutes — enough time to clean up or make yourself a snack (or both).
Step 6: Glaze Time
Mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Adjust with a little more milk or sugar to get that just-right pour.
Drizzle it over the cooled pie. Let it sit 30 minutes so it sets up a bit.
Step 7: Slice and Serve
Cut into squares, serve warm or room temp. And yes, definitely add vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if you’ve got it.
Serving Ideas
Classic dessert: Warm slice + vanilla ice cream = happiness
Brunch table star: Pair with coffee, tea, or cider
Holiday MVP: Add it to your pie lineup — it always disappears
Picnic-ready: Wrap squares individually for on-the-go treats
Make-Ahead, Storage & Freezing
Fridge: Store leftovers covered for up to 4 days
Reheat: Oven at 350°F for 10 mins or quick zap in the microwave
Freeze: Let the unglazed pie cool, wrap tightly, freeze up to 2 months
Make-ahead: Prep the crust and filling a day early, store separately in the fridge
Variations
Caramel drizzle: Skip the glaze and use warm caramel sauce instead
Crumble topping: Oats + brown sugar + butter = instant upgrade
Berries + apples: Add a cup of frozen blueberries or raspberries to the filling
Spiced glaze: Stir in cinnamon or pumpkin spice to the glaze for extra warmth
Puff pastry crust: Swap out pie crust for puff pastry — lighter and flaky!
Final Thoughts
This Yummy Apple Slab Pie is everything I want in a fall dessert: cozy, unfussy, and totally nostalgic. It tastes just like your favorite classic apple pie, but it’s baked in a way that makes sense when you’re feeding more than four people (or, honestly, when you just really love pie).
It’s the kind of recipe that brings people into the kitchen, asking for “just a little sliver more.” And honestly? That’s how I know it’s a keeper.
Let me know if you make it — and if you drizzle extra glaze, I promise not to judge.
Yummy Apple Slab Pie
Ingredients
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts rolled and stacked
- 8 cups apples thinly sliced (Granny Smith + Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk adjust for consistency
- 1 shake cinnamon or nutmeg optional, for festive glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Grease a 15x10x1-inch sheet pan.
- On a floured surface, roll out stacked pie crusts into a 17x12-inch rectangle. Fit into pan and fold under edges.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Add apples and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread apple mixture evenly over the crust in the sheet pan.
- Bake for 33–38 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbling. Cool for 45 minutes on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar with milk (and optional spices) until smooth. Drizzle over cooled pie. Let set for 30 minutes.
- Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.