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Caramel-Pecan Apple Pie Recipe

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A decadent Caramel-Pecan Apple Pie that combines tart apples with sweet caramel and crunchy pecans, topped with a buttery streusel and drizzled with more caramel for a perfect holiday dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Dough

  • Dough for single-crust pie

Filling

  • 7 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 6 medium)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup caramel topping, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Streusel Topping

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
  • 2/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup caramel topping, room temperature

Optional

  • Whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare crust: Preheat oven to 350°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-inch-thick circle; transfer to a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 inch beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling.
  2. Mix filling: In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice and vanilla extract. In a separate small bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, sugar, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch. Add this mixture to the apples and toss to combine evenly.
  3. Assemble pie: Spread 1/4 cup caramel topping evenly onto the bottom of the prepared pie crust. Pour apple mixture into the crust and drizzle with melted butter.
  4. Make streusel topping: In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour and sugar. Cut in cold cubed butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in chopped pecans. Sprinkle this streusel evenly over the apple filling.
  5. Bake pie: Place pie on a lower oven rack and bake at 350°F for 65 to 75 minutes or until the filling is bubbly and crust is golden brown.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove pie from oven and drizzle with additional caramel topping. Cool on a wire rack until room temperature. If desired, serve with whipped cream and extra caramel topping for added indulgence.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor and texture.
  • Ensure butter is cold when making streusel for a crumbly texture.
  • Caramel topping should be at room temperature for easier spreading and drizzling.
  • Cool pie thoroughly before slicing to allow filling to set.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated slightly before serving.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/caramel-pecan-apple-pie-recipe/