Baked Caramel Apple Pie with Pecan Streusel Topping

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll the pie dough into a 1/8-inch thick circle and transfer it to a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Trim the crust to 1/2 inch beyond the rim of the plate and flute the edge. Refrigerate the crust while preparing the filling.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Add the pecan mixture to the apples and toss to combine.

3. 3

   Spread the caramel topping evenly over the bottom of the chilled pie crust. Spoon the apple mixture into the crust and drizzle with the melted butter.

4. 4

   For the streusel topping, in a medium bowl, mix the flour and sugar. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture is crumbly, then stir in the chopped pecans. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apple filling.

5. 5

   Bake the pie on the lower oven rack for 65-75 minutes, until the filling is bubbly. Drizzle the top of the pie with additional caramel topping. Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.