Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet caramel and tart apples with this irresistible Caramel Apple Pie. This classic dessert is sure to be a hit at any gathering, especially during the fall season.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- 1 prepared double pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling:
- 6 cups peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples (about 6 medium)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
For Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the bottom crust: Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, and caramel sauce. Mix until the apples are well coated.
- Fill the pie: Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust and dot the top with butter pieces.
- Top the pie: Roll out the second crust and place it over the filling, either as a full crust with slits or a lattice pattern. Trim and crimp the edges to seal.
- Apply egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk, then brush over the top crust for a golden finish.
- Bake: Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly. Cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
- Cool and serve: Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Drizzle with extra caramel sauce before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, use a mix of apple varieties like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith.
- You can make the pie a day ahead and reheat slices gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
