When it comes to classic desserts, few can match the comforting appeal of a homemade apple pie.
Adding a delightful twist with toffee bits brings a rich, caramel flavor that complements the tartness of apples perfectly.
Ingredients
1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the filling…
900 grams sliced and peeled apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
100 grams granulated sugar
50 grams brown sugar
30 grams (2 tablespoons) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
75 grams of meltingly delicious Gardiners Butter Toffee (chopped into pieces)
30 grams (2 tablespoons) butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
Prepare oven and pie crust
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).Line a 9-inch pie dish with the prepared pie crust, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides evenly.
Prepare apple filling
In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss until the apples are evenly coated with the sugar mixture.
Add toffee pieces
Gently fold in the toffee bits or chopped toffee pieces into the apple mixture.
Assemble the pie
Pour the prepared apple and toffee mixture into the lined pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Dot the top of the filling with small pieces of butter. This enhances the richness and texture of the filling as it bakes.
Bake!
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes. The crust should turn golden brown, and the filling should become bubbly and fragrant.
Check and cover if necessary
If you notice the crust browning too quickly during baking, loosely cover the edges with aluminum foil. This prevents them from burning while allowing the pie to continue baking evenly.
Cool and serve
Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour. This resting period allows the filling to set, ensuring cleaner slices when serving.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a comforting treat, this toffee apple pie recipe offers a slice of homemade goodness that’s impossible to resist. Happy baking!
