Description
Indulgent no-bake caramel apple pie delivers a delightful dessert experience that captures autumn’s sweetness without turning on the oven. Sweet graham cracker crust, creamy caramel layers, and crisp apple chunks create a heavenly treat you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling:
- 4 large apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Topping:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp additional caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Pulverize graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin, ensuring a uniform texture.
- Mix melted butter and granulated sugar with graham cracker crumbs until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish, creating an even layer. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Peel and dice apples into uniform small cubes to ensure consistent cooking and texture.
- Combine diced apples with caramel sauce, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl, gently stirring to coat the apples completely.
- Transfer the caramel-coated apple mixture into the chilled graham cracker crust, spreading evenly and creating a smooth surface.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
- Before serving, top the pie with freshly whipped cream, spreading it gently across the apple filling.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the whipped cream layer for added crunch and texture.
- Drizzle additional caramel sauce in a zigzag pattern over the top of the pie for a decorative and delicious finish.
- Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the rich combination of creamy, crunchy, and sweet flavors.
Notes
- Select graham crackers with minimal additives for a cleaner, more authentic crust base.
- Opt for firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to balance the sweetness of caramel.
- Drain excess liquid from diced apples to prevent a watery pie filling and maintain a thick, luscious texture.
- Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed nuts for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg