How do I make a caramel apple pie?

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our irresistible caramel apple pie recipe! The gooey caramel, juicy apples, and flaky crust will leave your taste buds dancing.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a caramel apple pie. Items include:  Store-bought or homemade pie crust  Granulated sugar  Unsalted butter  Heavy cream  Medium-sized apples  Brown sugar  All-purpose flour  Ground cinnamon  Salt
  • Store-bought or homemade pie crust 1 crust
  • Granulated sugar 1 cup
  • Unsalted butter 1/2 cup
  • Heavy cream 1/2 cup
  • Medium-sized apples 6
  • Brown sugar 1/2 cup
  • All-purpose flour 2 tablespoons
  • Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
  • Salt pinch

Take note
Be careful when working with hot caramel, as it can cause burns. Make sure to cool the pie before serving to avoid burning your tongue!

1

Prepare the crust

Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your store-bought or homemade pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges to create a decorative pattern. Set aside.

2

Make the caramel sauce

In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until it turns into a rich amber color. Be patient, it can take about 10 minutes. Once the sugar has melted completely, add 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and stir until smooth. Carefully pour in 1/2 cup of heavy cream while stirring. Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble vigorously. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes until the caramel sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

3

Prepare the apple filling

Peel, core, and slice 6 medium-sized apples of your choice. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Toss everything together until the apples are coated evenly with the mixture.

4

Assemble and bake

Pour the caramel sauce over the apple filling and give it a good stir. Transfer the apple-caramel mixture into the prepared pie crust, and spread it out evenly. If you're feeling fancy, you can add a lattice crust on top. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

5

Let it cool and enjoy

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours. This will allow the caramel and apples to set. Once it has cooled, slice into heavenly pieces and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy the caramel apple pie bliss!