Decadent Caramel Apple Pie
A warm and comforting caramel apple pie, perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy evening at home. This recipe features a flaky crust and a rich, homemade caramel sauce, topped with crisp apple slices.
Equipment Needed
- 9-inch Pie Dish
- Candy thermometer
- Food Processor
- Large Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 150.00 gramsGranulated Sugar(For the crust and caramel)
- 1.00 teaspoonFine Sea Salt(For the crust)
- 1.00 teaspoonPure Vanilla Extract(For the crust)
- 190.00 gramsAll-Purpose Flour(For the crust)
- 150.00 gramsUnsalted Butter(Cold, cut into cubes)
- 300.00 gramsGranulated Sugar(For the caramel)
- 20.00 gramsLight Corn Syrup(For the caramel)
- 70.00 gramsUnsalted Butter(For the caramel)
- 230.00 gramsHeavy Cream(For the caramel)
- 0.50 teaspoonFine Sea Salt(For the caramel)
- 2.00 mediumGranny Smith Apples(Tart green apples)
- 10.00 mlLemon Juice(For the apples)
Instructions
Prepare the crust: Combine sugar, salt, and vanilla in a food processor. Pulse until sugar is moistened. Add flour and pulse until blended. Add butter and pulse until crumbly.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Press the crumbs into a 9-inch pie dish, forming a 1/4-inch edge. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Poke holes in the crust and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
Estimated time: 25 minutes
Prepare the caramel: In a saucepan, combine sugar and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, swirling pan until golden.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Add butter, whisk in cream and salt. Cook until mixture reaches 240°F (soft-ball stage).
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Pour caramel into the cooled pie crust and spread evenly.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Chill until firm, or refrigerate for faster setting.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Slice apples into 1/8-inch thick slices and toss with lemon juice.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Arrange apple slices on top of the caramel.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Estimated time: 5 minutes