Indulge in the symphony of flavors and textures with our Caramel Apple Pie adorned with a tantalizing streusel topping. This classic American dessert combines the sweet and tangy allure of apples, the richness of caramel, and the delectable crunch of streusel, creating an irresistible treat. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the intricate layers of this iconic pie, from the flaky crust to the gooey caramel filling, each element meticulously crafted to harmonize perfectly. We'll guide you through two exceptional recipes: one for a traditional Caramel Apple Pie and another for a Gluten-Free version, ensuring that everyone can savor this timeless delicacy.
The Traditional Caramel Apple Pie recipe embodies the essence of this classic dessert. We'll walk you through the art of creating a flaky, golden-brown crust that encases a delectable filling of tender apples, enveloped in a luscious caramel sauce. The streusel topping, with its irresistible combination of oats, flour, sugar, and butter, adds a delightful textural contrast that elevates the pie to new heights.
For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, we present a meticulously crafted Gluten-Free Caramel Apple Pie recipe. This version utilizes a combination of gluten-free flour, oats, and cornstarch to create a crust that is every bit as flaky and flavorful as its traditional counterpart. The filling remains a symphony of sweet apples and rich caramel, while the streusel topping retains its delightful crunch.
Both recipes are meticulously detailed, ensuring success even for novice bakers. We'll provide step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful photographs to guide you through the process. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, these recipes will empower you to create a Caramel Apple Pie that will impress and delight your loved ones.
CARAMEL-PECAN APPLE PIE
You'll love the smell in your kitchen-and the smiles on everybody's faces-when you make this scrumptious caramel apple pie recipe. It takes me back home to Virginia and being at my granny's table. -Jean Castro, Phoenix, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice and vanilla. Mix pecans, sugars, cinnamon and cornstarch; add to apples and toss to combine., Spread caramel topping onto bottom of crust. Fill with apple mixture. Drizzle with butter. , For streusel topping, mix flour and sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly; stir in pecans. Sprinkle over filling., Bake on a lower oven rack until filling is bubbly, 65-75 minutes. Drizzle with caramel topping. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, serve with whipped cream and additional caramel topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Fat 39g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CARAMEL APPLE PIE WITH STREUSEL TOPPING
I developed this recipe through the years to get it exactly where we want it. I've entered several pie contests with it and placed first each time-one bite and you'll know why this pie's a winner! -Laurel Dalzell, Manteca, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or overnight., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°. In a Dutch oven, combine filling ingredients. Cook over medium heat 10-15 minutes or until apples are almost tender, stirring occasionally; remove from heat., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice., Bake 8 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 375°., For topping, in a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. , Spoon filling into crust; sprinkle with topping. Bake pie 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
APPLE STREUSEL PIE
This is the first on the dessert table to be devoured at any function or festivity! I made this up from a pie I had eaten at a restaurant years ago. This recipe makes two deep dish pies.
Provided by Lori Jett
Categories Desserts Pies Apple Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
- Prepare the topping by combining the butter, brown sugar, flour and chopped pecans. Cut in all ingredients with pastry cutter until pea-sized. Set aside
- Combine the apples, sugar, flour and cinnamon. Toss gently together and set aside.
- Place apple mixture in unbaked pie shells. Heap the apples up high in each shell and fill completely. Sprinkle topping on top of each.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes. Do not allow topping to get too dark.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.5 calories, Carbohydrate 92.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 604.6 mg, Sugar 36.3 g
DEEP-DISH CARAMEL APPLE PIE
Categories Dessert Bake Thanksgiving Apple Fall Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 10
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make crust:
- Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, 2 tablespoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt in processor. Add butter and cut in using on/off turns until mixture resembles coarse meal. Blend in enough ice water by tablespoonfuls to form large moist clumps. Transfer dough to work surface. Gather dough into ball. Flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic. Chill dough 30 minutes.
- Make streusel:
- Mix flour, sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt in medium bowl to blend. Rub in butter with fingertips until mixture forms pea-size clumps. (Dough and streusel can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate streusel. Keep dough chilled. Let dough soften slightly at room temperature before rolling out.)
- Make filling:
- Combine apple wedges and 1/4 cup flour in large bowl and toss to coat. Let stand while preparing caramel.
- Stir sugar and 1/4 cup water in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and boil until syrup turns deep amber color, brushing pan sides with wet pastry brush and swirling pan occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add butter and remaining 2 tablespoons water (mixture will bubble vigorously). Return to heat and stir until smooth. Pour caramel over apples; toss to coat. Let stand until apples release juices, tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes.
- Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 375°F. Roll out dough on floured work surface to 14-inch round. Transfer to 9 1/2-inch-diameter glass pie dish with 1 3/4-inch-high sides. Crimp edges decoratively. Spoon apple mixture into prepared crust. Sprinkle streusel over pie.
- Bake pie until apples are tender and streusel is golden, covering crust edge with foil if browning too quickly, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Transfer pie to rack and cool at least 1 hour. Serve pie warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp apples. Granny Smith apples are a good choice because they hold their shape well when baked.
- Peel and slice the apples thinly so they will cook evenly.
- Use a combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar for a richer flavor.
- Be sure to coat the apples with the sugar mixture before adding them to the pie crust. This will help prevent them from sticking together.
- If you don't have a pastry cutter, you can use two knives to cut the butter into the flour.
- Work quickly when making the streusel topping so that the butter doesn't melt.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This caramel apple pie with streusel topping is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The flaky crust, sweet and tart apples, and crunchy streusel topping make this pie a winner. With a few simple tips, you can make this pie at home and impress your friends and family.
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