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Irresistible Caramel Apple Pie to Sweeten Your Day

This Caramel Apple Pie combines nostalgic flavors and effortless creation, making it a perfect crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour a versatile base for a flaky crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter cold for the flakiest crust
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice water brings dough together
For the Apple Filling
  • 6 medium Granny Smith apples tart flavor; can mix with Honeycrisp
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar sweeten the apples
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon pairs well with caramel
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice prevents browning
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch thickens filling
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup brown sugar deep flavor for caramel
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream adds creaminess
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter enhances richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract best if pure

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pie pan
  • saucepan
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pie Crust: Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form. Add ice water until dough holds. Form into a disk and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the Apple Filling: Peel and slice apples, toss them in a bowl with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll half of the dough to fit a pie pan. Trim excess and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Pie: Pour apple filling into crust, dot with butter. Roll out remaining dough for a lattice top or cover the filling with full crust. Seal edges and cut slits.
  5. Bake the Pie: Bake on a sheet for 15 minutes, then lower to 350°F for 35-40 minutes until golden.
  6. Prepare the Caramel Sauce: Melt brown sugar, cream, and butter in a saucepan. Stir until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  7. Serve the Pie: Cool the pie for 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with caramel sauce and optional ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor. Keep butter cold for a flakier crust. Refrigerate dough to prevent shrinkage during baking.

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