Imagine sinking your fork into a slice of pure comfort that combines the classic warmth of apple pie with an irresistible caramel crunch that will make your taste buds dance! This isn't just another apple pie - it's a decadent dessert experience that transforms the traditional recipe into a gourmet masterpiece. With its golden, buttery crust, tender spiced apples, rich caramel drizzle, and crispy granola topping, this Caramel Crunch Apple Pie is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 1 hrs
Total Time: 1 hrs 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 4 cups sliced apples
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup granola
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack in the middle of the oven.
- Prepare the pie crust by rolling it out and fitting it into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges decoratively.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated with the sugar and spice mixture.
- Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading them evenly and creating a slight mound in the center.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the apple filling, ensuring it is distributed throughout the pie.
- In a separate bowl, mix the granola with melted butter until the granola is completely coated.
- Sprinkle the buttered granola evenly over the top of the apple and caramel filling, creating a crunchy topping.
- Cover the pie edges with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, removing the foil during the last 15 minutes to allow the topping to golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or additional caramel sauce.
Tips
- Choose the right apples: Use a mix of tart and sweet varieties like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for the best flavor balance.
- Keep your pie crust cold: Chill your pie crust before rolling to ensure a flaky, tender texture.
- Don't skip the foil: Covering the pie edges prevents burning and ensures even baking.
- Let it rest: Allowing the pie to cool for 30 minutes helps the filling set and makes slicing easier.
- Enhance your serving: A scoop of vanilla ice cream or extra caramel sauce can elevate this pie from delicious to extraordinary!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 231kcal
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 13mg
