Caramel Apple Crumble Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pie crust: 250g pre-made pie crust or homemade pie crust dough
2. Caramel apples: 4 firm, ripe apples, peeled and diced (approx. 2 cups)
3. Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
4. Butter: 60g (1/4 cup, melted)
5. All-purpose flour: 3 tbsp
6. Cinnamon: 1 tsp
7. Breadcrumbs or crumbled cookies: 1/2 cup for topping

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 40 minutes
• Total: 70 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Prepare the pie crust by rolling out the dough and placing it in a pie dish. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, melted butter, flour, and cinnamon. Mix well.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
5. Top with breadcrumbs or crumbled cookies.
6. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 equal portions)

• Calories: Approx. 400 calories per slice
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic American dessert, rich in caramel flavor and apple goodness.
• The crumble topping adds a unique and crispy texture to the pie.
• A perfect balance of sweet and cinnamony flavors.

User Comments:

1. "The caramel apple crumble pie was delicious! The crumble topping was my favorite part."
2. "This pie was so easy to make, even my kids helped out and we enjoyed it together."
3. "The caramel flavor was rich and the apples were perfectly cooked. A great dessert for a family gathering."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe and firm apples for best results.
• Be careful not to overcook the apples, or they may become too soft and lose their shape.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, use vegetable-based butter and ensure the pie crust doesn't contain any animal-derived ingredients.