Caramel Apple Pie Dessert (Print Format)

Flaky crust filled with caramel-soaked apples, balanced with sweetness and a hint of salt for a decadent finish.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 2 1/2 cups (325g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1 cup (224g) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
04 - 4-8 tablespoons cold ice water

→ Caramel Sauce

05 - 1 cup (207g) granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup (120ml) water
07 - 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter
08 - 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
09 - 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
10 - 1/2-1 teaspoon salt
11 - 2 tablespoons (16g) all-purpose flour

→ Apple Filling

12 - 2 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples (4-5 large apples), peeled, cored, and sliced
13 - 2 1/2 pounds Honeycrisp apples (4-5 large apples), peeled, cored, and sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
15 - 1/2 cup (112g) packed light brown sugar
16 - 1/2 cup (104g) granulated sugar
17 - 1/3 cup (43g) all-purpose flour
18 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
19 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
20 - 1 large egg, beaten
21 - Coarse sugar for topping

# Steps:

01 - Combine 1 1/2 cups of flour and salt in a food processor and pulse. Add butter and process until crumbly. Add the rest of the flour and blend lightly. Transfer to a bowl, add ice water gradually, and mix until dough forms. Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
02 - Boil granulated sugar and water until dissolved. Add butter and continue cooking until golden copper color. Remove from heat, add heavy cream while whisking. Stir in vanilla extract and salt. Add flour to thicken. Cool completely.
03 - Toss apples with lemon juice. Combine sugars, flour, and salt, then coat apples evenly. Cook mixture in a large skillet until apples are fork-tender. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and cool.
04 - Roll out dough for bottom crust, place in a 9-inch pie plate, and trim edges. Layer apple filling and caramel sauce in the crust. Roll out remaining dough, create lattice or vented top crust, and seal edges. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
05 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Bake pie on a preheated baking sheet for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 50-60 minutes until golden brown. Let pie cool completely before slicing.

# Tips:

01 - Chill your pie crust dough thoroughly to ensure a flaky texture.
02 - Cook apple filling to your desired texture before baking for consistent results.

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