Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet caramel, crunchy pecans, and juicy apples with this irresistible caramel pecan apple pie. This decadent dessert is a must-try for any pie lover looking to add a twist to a classic apple pie recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
- 5-6 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 egg, beaten
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a pie dish with the refrigerated pie crust.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well to coat the apples evenly.
- Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust and drizzle the caramel sauce over the top. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
- Cover the pie with the second pie crust or create a lattice pattern with strips of dough. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy a slice of caramel pecan apple pie on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Interesting Facts
Caramel pecan apple pie is a perfect dessert for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.
The combination of caramel, pecans, and apples creates a rich and flavorful pie that will impress your guests.
Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of a warm slice of pie enhances the flavors and creates a tasty contrast.