Best Apple Pie With Caramel Pecan Topping Recipes

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APPLE PIE WITH CARAMEL PECAN TOPPING



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A friend gave me this recipe and I've not come across any that taste better than this one.The pecan topping is what does it.Try it you'll like.

Provided by Greg R.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 pie, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pie crusts
4 -5 medium apples
3/4 cup sugar
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
caramel, pecan topping
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons milk 1/2 cup pecans

Steps:

  • Place one pie crust in a 9 inch deep dish pie pan.
  • Fill pie crust with sliced or cubed apples.
  • Mix sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt in a bowl.
  • Pour this mixture over apples and top with butter.
  • Seal top crust to bottom crust.
  • Cut ventilation holes in top of crust. (If crust is not well sealed it will leak when baking. I bake on a cookie sheet).
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes or until crust is done.
  • Remove from oven, press down top.
  • Mix butter brown sugar and milk in a pan and bring to a boil.
  • Add pecans to this mixture and stir to coat.
  • Pour over pie and return to oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.5, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 458.6, Carbohydrate 81.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 54.2, Protein 3.2

CARAMEL PECAN APPLE PIE



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This delicious pie is a hit at Thanksgiving, or anytime, really! It's a combination/adaptation of the Basic Flaky Pie Crust, Apple Pie by Grandma Ople, and Upside-Down Apple Pecan Pie.

Provided by Loriq

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 3h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup cold shortening
6 tablespoons ice water, or as needed
½ cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
⅓ cup butter
½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
8 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 1/2 cups flour and salt together in a bowl. Cut in shortening with 2 knives or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork, until flour mixture is moistened and dough comes together. Do not add more water than you need. Divide the dough in half and shape into 2 balls. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate, at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9-inch pie pan with wax paper.
  • Melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 3 tablespoons flour to form a paste. Stir in 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup water, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until filling mixture is thickened slightly, about 3 minutes.
  • Melt 1/3 cup butter in a separate saucepan over low heat. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in pecans.
  • Spread pecan mixture evenly onto lined pie pan. Roll out one ball of dough; line pie pan over pecan mixture. Toss apples with filling mixture; pour into pie plate. Roll out second ball of dough and place over apple filling. Crimp edges of bottom and top crusts together. Cut several small slits into top crust to vent. Place pie on foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake pie in the preheated oven until crust is golden brown, about 1 hour.
  • Remove pie from oven and allow to cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes. Place a serving plate gently over pie and carefully flip to invert, being careful not to come in contact with molten sugar. Peel off waxed paper; cool for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 872.2 calories, Carbohydrate 92.9 g, Cholesterol 50.8 mg, Fat 55.3 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 212 mg, Sugar 54.4 g

CARAMEL-PECAN APPLE PIE



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You'll love the smell in your kitchen-and the smiles on everybody's faces-when you make this scrumptious caramel apple pie recipe. It takes me back home to Virginia and being at my granny's table. -Jean Castro, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Dough for single-crust pie
7 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 6 medium)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup caramel topping, room temperature
3 tablespoons butter, melted
STREUSEL TOPPING:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
2/3 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup caramel topping, room temperature
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice and vanilla. Mix pecans, sugars, cinnamon and cornstarch; add to apples and toss to combine., Spread caramel topping onto bottom of crust. Fill with apple mixture. Drizzle with butter. , For streusel topping, mix flour and sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly; stir in pecans. Sprinkle over filling., Bake on a lower oven rack until filling is bubbly, 65-75 minutes. Drizzle with caramel topping. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, serve with whipped cream and additional caramel topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Fat 39g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

UPSIDE-DOWN APPLE PECAN PIE



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This is by far the best apple pie I've ever had, and anyone who likes apple pie who has tried it agrees, this is a wonderful variation of an all-American favorite. Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Provided by TJ4GOD721

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
⅓ cup margarine, melted
1 pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
6 cups Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a 9 inch deep-dish pie pan, combine pecans, brown sugar and margarine; spread into a single layer. Roll out dough, and place bottom crust over pecan mixture.
  • In a large bowl, combine apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour into crust in pan. Top with second crust. Fold edges of crust over, and flute to seal edges. Make several small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  • Place pan on foil or cookie sheet during baking to guard against spillage. Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and apples are tender.
  • Cool pie in pan for 5 minutes. Place serving plate over pie, and flip to invert, being careful not to come in contact with molten sugar. If some of the nuts stick to the pan, remove them with a knife, and place on pie. Allow to cool for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 326.2 mg, Sugar 30 g

CARAMEL APPLE PIE



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Learn how to make this sweet and chewy Caramel Apple Pie from Food Network.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for flouring
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) salted butter, cut into pieces
3/4 cup vegetable shortening or lard
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 egg, lightly beaten
6 to 7 cups peeled and sliced Granny Smith apples
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup quick oats
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 jar (or more) caramel topping

Steps:

  • For the perfect spiced pie crust: Mix the flour, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg in a bowl. Add the butter and vegetable shortening. Work the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles tiny pebbles. Add the white vinegar, egg and 5 tablespoons cold water and stir until just combined.
  • Form 2 equal-sized balls. Place each in a large plastic bag (do not seal) and slightly flatten with a rolling pin; this makes it much easier to roll out the crust later. After flattening, seal the bag tightly. Place in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to chill.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Remove 1 bag of dough from the freezer (save the other dough for another use), remove the dough from the bag and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough starting at the center and working outward. Be gentle and patient; it'll take a little time to get the dough completely rolled out. If you think the bottom is really sticking to the surface below while rolling, use a metal spatula to loosen it. When fully rolled out, loosen again with a spatula and lift the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan (or you can roll the pastry over the rolling pin, lift it onto the pie pan and unroll it). Gently press the dough against the corner of the pan and tear off any excess dough. Then tuck under the edges and go around the pie pan pinching the dough to crimp the edge.
  • For the pie filling: In a bowl, mix the apples, lemon juice, granulated sugar, flour and salt. Set aside.
  • For the crumb topping: Cut the butter into the flour with a pastry cutter, then add in the brown sugar, oats and salt.
  • Add the apples to the prepared pie shell and top with the crumb topping. Bake for 1 hour, covering the edge of the crust with foil if it starts to brown too quickly. After an hour, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the pie, then bake for a further 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pie from the oven and pour 1/2 jar (or more, if you're feeling dangerous and naughty) of caramel topping over the top. Allow to cool slightly before serving - or don't if you can't wait!

UPSIDE DOWN CARAMEL APPLE PIE



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Really good Apple Pecan pie.

Provided by Donna

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
4 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon corn syrup
⅓ cup chopped pecans
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out pie crusts, and set aside. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice; set aside.
  • Combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; spread in bottom of a 9 inch pie dish (glass or ceramic works best). Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Cover with one pie crust. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
  • Arrange half of the apples in pastry lined plate. Sprinkle with half the brown sugar mixture. Repeat layers. Cover with remaining pie crust, fold top edge under, and crimp. Cut a few slits in the top to vent steam.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes. Loosen edge of pie, and carefully invert pie onto a serving dish. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.2 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 252.1 mg, Sugar 28.1 g

CARAMEL APPLE PIE WITH STREUSEL TOPPING



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I developed this recipe through the years to get it exactly where we want it. I've entered several pie contests with it and placed first each time-one bite and you'll know why this pie's a winner! -Laurel Dalzell, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
FILLING:
9 medium Golden Delicious or Braeburn apples (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
TOPPING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or overnight., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450°. In a Dutch oven, combine filling ingredients. Cook over medium heat 10-15 minutes or until apples are almost tender, stirring occasionally; remove from heat., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice., Bake 8 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 375°., For topping, in a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. , Spoon filling into crust; sprinkle with topping. Bake pie 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLE PECAN PIE



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This mash-up recipe combines two holiday dessert favorites: apple pie and pecan pie. Delicious on its own, this pie also pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield Makes one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 14

Pate Brisee for Pink-Applesauce Tart
Unbleached all-purpose flour, for dusting
3/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
2 3/4 pounds Granny Smith apples (5 to 6), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Roll out dough to a 12-inch round on a lightly floured work surface. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim edges, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold edges of dough under itself until flush with edge of dish. Crimp edges with fingers, the tines of a fork, or a spoon. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, make crumb topping.
  • Crumb Topping: Combine flour, pecans, brown sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Massage butter into flour mixture with your fingers until mixture clumps together and no dry flour remains. Press into bottom of bowl and refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Filling: In a large bowl, toss apples and pecans with flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt until evenly coated. Stir together lemon juice and vanilla, drizzle over apple mixture, and toss to evenly coat.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees with racks in middle and lower third positions. Place a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet on lower rack. Pour apple mixture into crust. Break up topping into large pieces and sprinkle evenly over filling. Bake on center rack until bubbly and crust is golden brown, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. (If crust and crumb topping brown too quickly, tent with foil.) Let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Apple pie is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This delicious dessert is made with flaky pastry crust and filled with sweet and tart apples that are baked to perfection. It is a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for any occasion, from holidays to picnics, and everything in between. However, adding a caramel pecan topping takes this favorite to new heights.

The basics of apple pie

Apple pie is a dessert that is made with a filling of apples, sugar, cinnamon, and sometimes other spices. The filling is then baked inside a pie crust. There are many different types of pie crusts that can be used, including butter crust, lard crust, or a mixture of both.

What is caramel pecan topping?

Caramel pecan topping is a rich and decadent topping made with caramel sauce, pecans, and sometimes other ingredients like vanilla or bourbon. This topping is perfect for apple pie because it adds a layer of sweetness and crunchiness that complements the tart apples perfectly.

The recipe for apple pie with caramel pecan topping

To make this mouthwatering dessert, you will need:
Ingredients:
  • 1 unbaked pie crust
  • 6 cups sliced and peeled apples
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and flour. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and spoon the apple mixture into it.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the caramel sauce and chopped pecans together. Spread this mixture over the apples.
  5. Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  6. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Variations on the recipe

There are many variations you can make to this delicious recipe to suit your tastes. For example, you can use a different type of nut in the topping, such as walnuts or almonds. You can also add a pinch of salt to the caramel sauce to enhance its flavor. Additionally, you can use different types of apples in the filling to create a unique flavor profile.

Conclusion

Apple pie with caramel pecan topping is a dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Its mixture of tart apples and rich caramel and crunchy pecans is a flavor combination that will leave you wanting more. With its easy-to-follow recipe and endless variations, it is the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Apple Pie with Caramel Pecan Topping: Valuable Tips and Tricks

Baking an apple pie is a classic dessert that is popular all around the world. However, adding a caramel pecan topping can take this dessert to a new level of deliciousness. Here are some valuable tips when making an apple pie with caramel pecan topping recipe.

Choosing the Right Apples

The type of apples you choose will have a major impact on the flavor and texture of your apple pie. For this recipe, it’s best to use apples that are firm and tart, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Soft or mushy apples will not hold up well in the baking process and can make your pie watery.

Blind Baking the Crust

Blind baking the crust means partially or fully baking the crust before adding the filling. For this recipe, it’s best to blind bake the crust to ensure that the crust is cooked through and crispy. This will prevent the caramel pecan topping from making the crust soggy.

Making the Caramel Sauce

The caramel sauce is the star of this recipe. To make sure that your caramel sauce comes out perfectly, follow these tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning
  • Do not stir the mixture as it heats up, which can cause crystallization
  • Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the mixture
  • Take the mixture off the heat once it reaches the desired temperature to prevent further cooking
Preparing the Pecans

The pecans should be chopped and then toasted to bring out their rich, nutty flavor. Before adding the pecans to the caramel sauce, make sure they are cool, so that they do not melt the caramel.

Assembling the Pie

When assembling the pie, make sure to spread the pecan-caramel mixture evenly over the top of the apple filling. Also, make sure to leave some space between the top of the pie and the edge of the crust to prevent overflowing during baking.

Baking the Pie

When baking the pie, place it on a baking sheet to catch any potential spills or drips. Cover the pie with aluminum foil for the first 30 minutes of baking to prevent the pecan-caramel mixture from burning. Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Serving the Pie

Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before serving to prevent burning your mouth from the hot filling. Serve the pie with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.

Final Thoughts

The apple pie with caramel pecan topping recipe is a decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With these tips and tricks, you can create a perfect pie every time, and impress your guests with your baking skills.

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