Description
This Caramel Apple Pie is a cozy dessert filled with cinnamon-spiced apples and gooey caramel sauce baked inside a flaky pie crust. Perfect for fall, Thanksgiving, or any occasion where you want a comforting homemade pie.
Ingredients
For the Pie:
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2 pie crusts (homemade or store-bought)
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6 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or mix), peeled, cored, and sliced
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Caramel Sauce:
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½ cup granulated sugar
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
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¼ cup heavy cream
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Pinch of salt
For Assembly:
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1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
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1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
1. Make the Caramel Sauce:
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar until golden brown. Stir in butter until combined. Slowly whisk in cream and a pinch of salt. Cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Apple Filling:
In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, and half of the caramel sauce.
3. Assemble the Pie:
Place one pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Fill with apple mixture. Drizzle a little extra caramel on top. Cover with the second crust (or lattice design). Seal edges and cut slits for steam.
4. Bake:
Brush crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 50–55 minutes, until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly.
5. Cool and Serve:
Cool at least 2 hours before slicing. Drizzle extra caramel sauce over slices before serving.
Notes
Make Ahead: Prepare pie a day ahead and reheat before serving. Caramel sauce can be made 1 week in advance and refrigerated.
Variations: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch, or use salted caramel for a sweet-salty balance.
Serving Suggestions: Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, drizzled generously with caramel sauce.
Storage Tips: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Warm slices in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Treat, Comfort Food
- Cuisine: American, Bakery
Nutrition
- Calories: 420kcal
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg