Description
Caramel Apple Pie is a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring tender apples enveloped in gooey caramel and nestled within a flaky, buttery crust. This sweet and tart treat is perfect for fall gatherings or cozy family dinners. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare your pie dish.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
- Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the apple mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Fit the pie crust into the dish and fill it with the apple mixture. Cover with another layer of crust or crumble topping if desired.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Allow cooling slightly before drizzling with remaining caramel sauce. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg