Pioneer Woman Flat Apple Pie With Caramel Sauce
Introduction
The Pioneer Woman Flat Apple Pie With Caramel Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is a twist on the classic apple pie, with a flat, open-faced design and a sweet and gooey caramel sauce drizzled on top. It's a great way to use up any leftover apples you have lying around, or simply enjoy it as a sweet treat whenever you're in the mood for something indulgent.
Ingredients
To make this delicious dessert, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 5-6 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
Here's how to make the Pioneer Woman Flat Apple Pie With Caramel Sauce:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Roll out your pie crust and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and flour. Toss to coat the apples evenly.
- Arrange the apple slices on the pie crust, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the apples, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top, if using.
- Brush the beaten egg over the edge of the crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Caramel Sauce Recipe
If you want to make your own caramel sauce for this recipe, here's a simple recipe to follow:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the sugar over medium-high heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
- The sugar will start to clump together and then melt into a golden brown liquid.
- Add the butter and stir until it's completely melted and combined with the sugar.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. The mixture will bubble and steam, so be careful.
- Once the cream is fully incorporated, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the caramel sauce cool slightly before using it in the recipe.
Conclusion
The Pioneer Woman Flat Apple Pie With Caramel Sauce is a delicious and unique take on the classic apple pie. With its flat, open-faced design and sweet caramel sauce, it's sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it. Whether you're looking for a dessert to serve at a party or simply want to treat yourself to something sweet, this recipe is definitely worth trying out.