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Apple Pie

Get ready to impress your friends and family with a delightful cinnamon-spiced caramel apple pie! This simple and tasty recipe guide walks you through each step, from selecting the perfect Granny Smith apples to creating a flaky crust. Discover essential ingredients, fun variations, and helpful baking tips that guarantee a pie everyone will love. Click through to unlock the full recipe and elevate your dessert game!
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Ingredients
  

6 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)

1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

1 large egg (for egg wash)

1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Granny Smith apples with the granulated sugar, packed brown sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt. Gently toss the mixture until the apples are well-coated and set aside.

      In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the coated apple mixture to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are just tender but still maintain a bit of firmness. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the caramel sauce until well combined.

        On a floured surface, roll out one pie crust to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Carefully transfer the crust to the pie plate, trimming any excess at the edges.

          Pour the apple-caramel filling into the prepared pie crust, ensuring the mixture is evenly spread.

            Roll out the second pie crust and lay it over the top of the filling. Crimp the edges together to seal the pie, and cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.

              In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth to create an egg wash. Brush this mixture generously over the top crust for an alluring golden finish.

                Optional: For an extra touch of sweetness and crunch, sprinkle a small amount of sugar over the top of the crust.

                  Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is a rich golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling. If the edges begin to brown too quickly, loosely cover them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.

                    Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to ensure the filling sets properly and holds together when served.

                      Prep Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Servings: 8

                        - Presentation Tips: Serve warm slices of the pie drizzled with extra caramel sauce and accompanied by a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream on the side for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Enjoy!