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Perfect Salted Caramel Apple Pie Recipe Easy Flaky Lattice Crust

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A comforting salted caramel apple pie with a flaky lattice crust that balances sweet and salty flavors, perfect for fall and holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 6–8 tablespoons (90-120ml) ice water
  • 6–7 medium apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons (16g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar (for caramel sauce)
  • 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, cubed (for caramel sauce)
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, warmed (for caramel sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Pie Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups flour, salt, and sugar. Add the chilled, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter remaining. Slowly drizzle in 6 tablespoons of ice water, tossing gently with a fork until dough begins to come together. If it feels dry, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time. Divide dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill…
  2. Prepare the Filling: While dough chills, toss sliced apples with lemon juice in a large bowl to prevent browning. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix gently until apples are evenly coated. Set aside to let flavors meld.
  3. Make the Salted Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula until smooth amber color. Remove from heat, add butter (it will bubble vigorously), and stir until melted. Slowly pour in warmed cream while stirring. Return to low heat and cook for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Stir in sea salt and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk into a 12-inch circle. Transfer carefully to the pie dish, pressing gently to fit. Trim edges to leave about 1 inch overhang. Refrigerate while you roll out the second disk.
  5. Assemble the Pie: Pour the apple filling into the crust, then drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce evenly over the apples. Roll out the second dough disk and cut into ½-inch strips for the lattice. Lay strips over filling in a woven pattern, pinching edges to seal. Trim excess dough and fold under edge of bottom crust, crimping decoratively.
  6. Finish and Bake: Brush the lattice with beaten egg and sprinkle coarse sugar on top if desired. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 45-55 minutes, or until crust is golden and filling bubbles. If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let pie cool on a rack for at least 2 hours to allow filling to set properly. Drizzle remaining salted caramel sauce before serving for extra indulgence.

Notes

Keep butter and water cold for flaky crust. Use foil to protect crust edges from burning. Let pie cool at least 2 hours before slicing for clean cuts. Caramel sauce can be made ahead and warmed before use. For extra glossy crust, brush a second egg wash 10 minutes before finishing baking.

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