Easy Salted Caramel Apple Pie
This Easy Salted Caramel Apple Pie combines tender spiced apples, flaky crust, and rich salted caramel for a dessert that’s both cozy and irresistible. Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or fall gatherings — it’s a simple, crowd-pleasing twist on the classic apple pie that delivers sweet, buttery perfection in every bite.
Ingredients
- For the Pie Crust:
- 2 pie crusts store-bought or homemade
- For the Apple Filling:
- 5–6 medium apples Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons flour or cornstarch to thicken the filling
- For the Salted Caramel Topping:
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
- Optional: a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor
- Optional Add-Ons:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing the crust
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples:
- Peel, core, and slice the apples evenly.
- In a large bowl, toss them with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour (or cornstarch) until well coated.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place one pie crust into your pie pan.
- Pour the apple filling evenly into the crust and drizzle a few tablespoons of salted caramel over the apples.
- Cover with the second crust or create a lattice top. Seal the edges by pressing with a fork or pinching with your fingers.
- Cut a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake the Pie:
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- If the edges start to brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
- Add the Finishing Touch:
- Once baked, let the pie cool for about 15–20 minutes.
- Drizzle the remaining salted caramel over the top and sprinkle lightly with sea salt for a sweet-salty finish.
Notes
- You can make this pie vegan by using plant-based butter and coconut cream-based caramel.
- For a lower-sugar version, reduce sugar or use a natural sweetener.
- Best apples for baking: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix for balanced flavor.