Caramel Apple Pie
Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with this easy-to-make Caramel Apple Pie. Combining the sweet crunch of Honeycrisp apples with the tartness of Granny Smith, this pie is enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust and topped with a warm caramel sauce that adds a rich finishing touch. Perfect for both special celebrations and cozy weeknight dinners, each slice evokes cherished memories of family gatherings and laughter around the table. The simplicity of this recipe makes it accessible for bakers of all levels, ensuring everyone can create a dessert that will impress.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed apples (3 cups Granny Smith, 3 cups Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (for crust)
- 5–7 tbsp cold water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel sauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples. Toss them in a bowl with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water to form dough; chill for at least one hour.
- Roll out one dough disc into a circle and fit it into your pie pan; fill it with the apple mixture.
- Roll out the second disc for the top crust or create a lattice design; cut slits for steam escape.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool before serving with caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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