Ingredients and Weight:
- Pie crust mix (for a 9-inch pie)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 4-6 medium Granny Smith apples (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled, cored and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
60-70 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy-Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add butter and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 6-8 tablespoons of cold water and mix until dough just comes together.
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer to a 9-inch pie plate.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
- Pour caramel sauce evenly over the apple mixture.
- Top with chopped pecans.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per slice
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich
- Buttery
- Crunchy
- Sweet with a hint of tartness
User Comments:
- "This pie was absolutely delicious! The caramel sauce and pecans added a perfect touch of sweetness and crunch."
- "The crust was flaky and the filling was perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making this again."
- "This pie is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use Granny Smith apples for a more tart flavor.
- If you don't have caramel sauce, you can make your own by melting 1 cup of white sugar in a heavy saucepan over low heat until it turns a deep amber color.
- Serve the pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
