Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Dutch Caramel Apple Pie, a modern twist on a beloved classic. This pie features a buttery crumb topping that adds texture to tender, spiced apples enveloped in rich caramel. Perfect for any occasion, from Thanksgiving feasts to cozy gatherings, this recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare, making it ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Each slice offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and warmth, ensuring your guests are left enchanted. Elevate your dessert game with this comforting and visually stunning pie that brings the essence of autumn right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 9 tbsp cold salted butter
- 8 cups apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp salted butter (for caramel)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup salted caramel sauce
- Spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves
Instructions
- Make the pie dough using chilled ingredients, then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Prepare the homemade caramel sauce and reserve some for filling.
- Roll out the dough and transfer it to a pie dish. Chill again briefly.
- Slice apples and mix with sugars and spices; let sit before incorporating caramel.
- Prepare the crumb topping by mixing flour, oats, sugars, spices, and cold butter until crumbly.
- Assemble by layering apple filling into the crust and topping with crumbs.
- Bake at 400°F for 45–55 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool before serving with optional vanilla ice cream or extra caramel drizzle.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg