Caramel Apple Pie

This caramel apple pie recipe takes a classic dessert to the next level with a gooey caramel sauce and perfectly tender apples. With its flaky crust, sweet-tart flavor profile, and make-ahead convenience, it’s sure to be a favorite.

By @lifeloveandsugar

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pie crust
• 6 cups sliced apples
• 0.75 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup caramel sauce
• 1 pie crust
• 1 beaten egg
• 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prepare the pie crust and line a 9-inch pie pan with the bottom crust.
3. In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss to coat the apples evenly.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
5. Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples.
6. Cover with the top crust, seal the edges, and cut slits for steam to escape.
7. Brush the top crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
9. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
10. Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.