Caramel Apple Pie with Cookie Crust
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Caramel Apple Pie with Cookie Crust—a delightful twist on the classic dessert that combines a rich, buttery cookie crust with sweet apple filling and a decadent dulce de leche drizzle. Perfect for any occasion, this pie is not only visually stunning but also easy enough for beginner bakers to master. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or at room temperature with whipped cream, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the unique blend of textures and flavors that make this pie a standout favorite during family gatherings or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 2.5 lbs gala apples
- 6–7 oz dulce de leche
- 1 cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- Apple pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a pie dish.
- In a medium pot, melt butter and sauté diced apples until soft. Mix in flour, brown sugar, apple pie spice, and vanilla; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugars. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Gradually incorporate flour, apple pie spice, baking soda, and salt.
- Spread cookie dough evenly into the greased dish and pre-bake for 10 minutes.
- Layer dulce de leche over the crust, followed by the apple filling.
- Prepare streusel topping by mixing sugars, flour, and melted butter; sprinkle over the filling.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg