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Salted Caramel Apple Pie

A delightful dessert featuring warm, spiced apples and luscious salted caramel in a flaky crust, perfect for gatherings and comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour for the crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced) important to keep it cold for a flaky crust
  • 1 teaspoon salt for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sugar to sweeten the crust
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice water to bring the dough together
For the Apple Filling
  • 6 cups apples (peeled, cored, and sliced; use a mix of tart and sweet) Granny Smith and Honeycrisp are recommended
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar to sweeten the filling
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour to help thicken the filling
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg for added warmth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice to enhance flavors and prevent browning
For the Salted Caramel
  • 1 cup granulated sugar to make the caramel
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter for richness
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream to create a smooth caramel
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt to balance the sweetness

Method
 

Preparation of the Pie Crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the cold, diced butter and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water, stirring until the dough just comes together.
  4. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Making the Salted Caramel
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly until it becomes an amber-colored liquid.
  2. Carefully stir in the butter until melted, then add the heavy cream and salt.
  3. Stir until combined and remove from heat. Let cool slightly.
Preparing the Apple Filling
  1. In a large bowl, combine the apple slices with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
  2. Toss until the apples are evenly coated.
Assembling the Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a pie dish.
  3. Fill with the apple mixture and drizzle half of the cooled salted caramel over the apples.
  4. Roll out the second pie crust, cut slits for ventilation, and cover the pie.
  5. Seal the edges and brush with a little egg wash for a golden finish.
Baking the Pie
  1. Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake for an additional 35-45 minutes or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Serving
  1. Drizzle the remaining salted caramel over individual slices when serving.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.