Four And Twenty Blackbirds Caramel Apple Pie Recipe
If you're a fan of apple pie, then you'll definitely love the Four And Twenty Blackbirds Caramel Apple Pie. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or just a cozy night in. The combination of sweet caramel with tart apples is simply divine. Here's how to make this delicious pie:
Ingredients:
- 1 double pie crust
- 2 1/2 pounds of apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp or Braeburn)
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1/2 cup of caramel sauce
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of water
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and line a 9-inch pie dish.
- Peel and slice the apples into thin slices.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract and salt.
- Add the sliced apples to the mixing bowl and toss to coat.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the apples and stir to combine.
- Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
- Roll out the second pie crust and cut it into strips.
- Lay the strips over the pie in a lattice pattern.
- Beat the egg and water together to make an egg wash.
- Brush the egg wash over the lattice crust.
- Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Four And Twenty Blackbirds Caramel Apple Pie!
Tips:
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavour.
- Don't overfill the pie crust or it will spill over during baking.
- Make sure to brush the lattice crust with the egg wash to get a beautiful golden brown crust.
- Drizzle extra caramel sauce over the pie before serving for an extra indulgent treat.