Indulge in the irresistible charm of Caramel Apple Crunch, a delightful harmony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dessert combines the sweet and crisp taste of apples with the richness of caramel and the satisfying crunch of a buttery oat topping. Perfect for gatherings or as a special treat, Caramel Apple Crunch is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
This article offers a comprehensive guide to creating this delectable dish, featuring two variations to cater to different preferences. The first recipe, "Classic Caramel Apple Crunch," stays true to the traditional method, using simple ingredients like apples, flour, butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to create a comforting and nostalgic dessert.
The second recipe, "Caramel Apple Crunch with Pecans," adds an extra layer of nutty flavor and texture with the addition of chopped pecans. This variation is a delightful twist on the classic, offering a delightful combination of sweet, crunchy, and nutty flavors.
Both recipes provide step-by-step instructions, making them easy to follow even for novice bakers. Detailed ingredient lists ensure you have everything you need to create these delicious treats. Additionally, helpful tips and suggestions are included to assist you in achieving perfect results every time.
Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of Caramel Apple Crunch or the enhanced flavor of Caramel Apple Crunch with Pecans, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that satisfies your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling inside.
CARAMEL CRUNCH APPLE PIE
I was raised on a small farm, the youngest of eight children and the only girl. My mom taught me how to make all kinds of pies from scratch, and this is one of my favorites. Caramels and apples are a delicious combination.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine flour, brown sugar, butter and cinnamon; spread into an ungreased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 400° for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown. Cool; crumble and set aside. Sprinkle apple with lemon juice. Combine sugar, flour and cinnamon; toss with apples. Place apples in pie shell. Cut a circle of foil to cover apples but not the edge of pastry; place over pie. Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 375°; bake for 35 minutes or until apples are tender., Meanwhile, in a saucepan over low heat, melt caramels with milk, stirring frequently. Remove foil from pie. Pour caramel mixture over apples. Sprinkle with topping; return to the oven for 5 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 81g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH BARS
Marzetti® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip and sweet apples take classic oat bars from ordinary to extraordinary!
Provided by Marzetti
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Marzetti®
Time 50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, salt and baking soda.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend together butter, shortening and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add dry mixture and blend to form a crumbly mixture.
- Measure and set aside 2 cups crumbs. Press remaining crumbs into a 9x13 inch pan. Spread apples into an even layer over crust.
- Transfer Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 30 to 40 seconds or until warm. Stir until smooth. Pour over apples and sprinkle remaining crumbs over all.
- Bake on middle rack of oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown and apples are tender. Cut into desired size bars while slightly warm and serve.
- Store remaining bars covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 189.6 mg, Sugar 15.9 g
CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH
I combined ingredients from various apple crisp recipes to create this one. I like to use tart apples because they provide a balance to the sweetness of the caramels. -Melissa Williams, Peoria, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the apples in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a heavy saucepan, melt 25 caramels with 2 tablespoons milk, stirring often; drizzle over apples. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, walnuts, salt and cinnamon; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over apples. , Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, melt remaining caramels with remaining milk, stirring often until smooth. Drizzle over dessert and ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CARAMEL APPLE PECAN CRUNCH PIE
My family loves this! I have received a lot of compliments on this pie and it even placed at my county fair in 2010. Super yummy just the way it is or you can have it with a scoop of french vanilla ice cream while it is still warm.
Provided by Tina Cox
Categories Pies
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- 1. Pie Crust: Place all ingredients in a 9 inch pie plate, mix well with hands. Spread out in pie plate.
- 2. Filling: peel and slice apples in to a large bowl Sprinkle 1 teaspoon cinnamon over apple slices and lightly toss. Pour in to your crust.
- 3. Topping: Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well blended. Heap over top of apples. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes depending on your oven. Topping will be golden brown and apples will be soft but not mushy. Cool for 30 minutes.
- 4. Caramel Drizzle: After pie has cooled for 30 minutes, melt caramels and milk in microwave safe dish, microwave until smooth, keep a close eye on this so you do not over cook, I use 15 second increments, drizzle about half over top of pie, sprinkle with chopped pecans, lightly drizzle remaining caramel over nuts. You can garnish with whole pecans if you like.
CINNAMON CARAMEL-CRUNCH APPLE PIE
This sweet apple pie will make you the hit of every party. Slices are even better served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, combine caramels and water. Cook and stir over low heat until melted; stir until smooth. , Arrange a third of the apples in pastry shell; drizzle with a third of the caramel mixture. Repeat layers twice. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle over pie., Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until apples are tender (cover edges with foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary). Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH SALAD
Make and share this Caramel Apple Crunch Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Pineapple
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix the pudding and pineapple juice together.
- Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Chill at least one hour before serving.
CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH PIZZA PIE
Steps:
- 1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees 2. Open pie crusts and roll both gently together onto a pizza stone or pizza pan or cookie sheet. Use parchment paper if using pan or cookie sheet. Crimp edges. 3.Peel and slice apples and place in large bowl. Coat with lemon juice. 4.Mix white sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg together in small bowl and toss with apples until evenly covered. 5.Lay apples slightly overlapping around the pie crust, starting on the outside edge working inward. 6.Mix brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, vanilla and nuts together in small bowl until combined. 7.Sprinkle over apples. Dot top with butter. 8.Bake in preheated oven for 20-30 minutes until bubbly and pie crust edges are browned. (Cover edges with foil if they are browning too quickly). 9.Remove from oven and top with caramel ice cream topping. Allow to cool slightly and serve with vanilla ice cream if desired.
Tips:
- Use Granny Smith apples. Their tartness pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the caramel and brown sugar.
- Peel and slice the apples thinly. This will help them cook evenly and become tender.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the apples. They need room to brown and caramelize.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan. This will help prevent the apples from burning.
- Cook the apples until they are tender but still hold their shape. You don't want them to become mushy.
- Make the caramel sauce ahead of time. This will give it time to cool and thicken.
- Use a combination of brown sugar and white sugar in the crumble topping. This will give it a rich, complex flavor.
- Press the crumble topping firmly onto the apples. This will help it stay in place when baking.
- Bake the caramel apple crunch until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
Conclusion:
Caramel apple crunch is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and tart apples, gooey caramel sauce, and crunchy crumble topping, it's the perfect way to celebrate the apple season. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive dessert, give this caramel apple crunch a try. You won't be disappointed!
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