Not your traditional apple pie, this filling is caramelized apples held together with a very glossy, just-thick-enough apple syrup.
I think this is a fantastic Apple pie! I have never used a store bought pie crust but I realise you were only experimenting, and yes you can use any ole apple to make an apple pie, I have tried them all and they all work just fine! I will make this pie again for sure.
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Not sure what went wrong. Maybe it's because I used regular salted butter since that's all I had on hand. But there was no "gooey caramel", just sauce the consistency of broth. Possibly boiling longer would help. Even after 15 extra minutes of cooking, the bottom crust was not done. Too many apples that didn't hold any semblance to pie. It looked great before cutting, and once I made some penuche and poured over the top, it served up like an apple crisp.
Read MoreI think this is a fantastic Apple pie! I have never used a store bought pie crust but I realise you were only experimenting, and yes you can use any ole apple to make an apple pie, I have tried them all and they all work just fine! I will make this pie again for sure.
Just tried this for the first time; really great recipe, and so easy! I added 2 tablespoons of flour, a dash of nutmeg, and a tablespoon of lemon juice based on the ingredients I saw for another apple pie. That thickened up the juice and gave it a great taste. And I know it was probably inferred (and of course I completely forgot), but next time I'll skin the apple, lol.
Excellent tasting and easy to make. The first one I made seemed to have too much syrup in it even after cooling. It was not big deal... I just drained the excess and it was fine. This time I didn't use all of the caramelized syrup.
If you follow the recipe without adding anything, this is hands down a 5 star recipe. I don't like nutmeg or apple pie spice - I'm strictly all about brown sugar and cinnamon when it comes to baking with apples. I know, I'm probably not normal but I like keeping things simple. BTW - this is no means a simple tasting pie! It's delish, no need to add lemon or orange essence (really, who does that to apple pie?) nutmeg or flour. And how simple was it to make by making a syrup and pouring on the pie? Can't get easier than that. The only thing that was hard was peeling the apples and slicing them. Even the hubs liked it considering he's not a an apple pie lover. Don't change a thing, kudos to Chef John!
Not sure what went wrong. Maybe it's because I used regular salted butter since that's all I had on hand. But there was no "gooey caramel", just sauce the consistency of broth. Possibly boiling longer would help. Even after 15 extra minutes of cooking, the bottom crust was not done. Too many apples that didn't hold any semblance to pie. It looked great before cutting, and once I made some penuche and poured over the top, it served up like an apple crisp.
Excellent recipe. I added lemon and orange essence, due to lack of lemons. I recommend the recipe.
Best Apple Pie I have Tasted. Didn't look like the picture but tasted fantastic. Will definetly use this recipe again tks
I made it exactly as listed, and just boiled the sauce until I saw a light sugar crust on it, and then turn off the stove and mixed it all until it re-dissolved into the sauce. I let it cool & thicken a bit before pour it onto/into the pie. Easiest apple pie sauce base that I think I could have made that would taste so good. Will be making this again.
I made this recipe today. Used regular butter, splenda instead of sugar, added a lil fresh lemon juice, and also buttered the bottom crust and baked it for about 10 minutes to make sure it was done before adding the rest. my butter mixture wasn't thick it was syrupy but the pie still came out tremendous. .. Great easy quick recipe, will make again
Tried this recipe today; delicious. Used a tad less sugar since I don't like things overly sweet. Came out perfectly.
Made this last night. A little disappointed -- wish the kind of apples to use was specified:(. Used Granny Smith -- very tart / hard / and yielded no juice making the pie very dry and tart tasting. Will try again with different apples that yield more juice. Also I would mix the syrup in with the apples before placing in crust. Didn't seem like the apples were evenly covered with syrup:(
It is probably best to use Granny Smith's on this recipe because it can be a little too sweet. We found our "caramel" sauce to be too runny. So I will adjust our recipe. Otherwise Excellent!! I love Chef John
We just finished tasting. The pie tastes amazing! What an easy recipe. We will definitely use this recipe again!
I followed the direction exactly although I did use Granny Smith apples (personal preference). And I tossed the apples with 2 Tbsp. flour like Chef John suggested for a thicker filling. SO EASY & EVERYONE LOVED IT! It did take 40 minutes longer at 350 degrees F than the recipe but I am always having issues with my oven so totally not the recipes fault. My husband was so excited when he came home from work & I had made him an apple pie for no reason other than to make him happy. I was happy because it was just so darn easy.
This was really good. We'd been to an apple orchard in Iowa and had an abundance of Jonathan apples. They were not large, so just measured 6 cups of peeled and sliced. Did not make a lattice for top, but used a lot of cut outs instead. So yummy - of course, it is from Chef John!
This was a big hit this Thanksgiving! Lots of compliments and the pie disappeared. Perfectly spiced and interesting, despite the ease of making it. Only alternations I made were that I made my own pie crust from scratch, I cooked for an extra 15 mins to try and evaporate out extra liquids (which didn't help too much). I also added a little sprinkling of nutmeg. As to the extra liquid, I thought it was perfect because I baked the day before serving. So in reheating the second day, I didn't find that cutting and serving was extra gooey or anything. It didn't cut perfectly clean, but that was more a factor of large chunks of apple and a delicate lattice than anything else. Will definitely make again.
I used early fugi, golden delicious and granny smith apples. Outstanding! The was the first pie I've ever made and I'm almost 50. I bake everything else, but never baked a pie. This will make you want to slap yo' mama!
So easy and delicious, too!!! I'm glad I came across this recipe. I will definitely make this one again...it's too easy not to! (I did follow the recipe exactly)
I made this pie for a coworkers birthday. His response, "the best pie I have ever had!" Now everyone I work with wants one. I was skeptical, for sure. Not peeling the apples and pouring a sauce over the crust freaked me out. However, the apples were tender and the crust flaky, bubbly and evenly browned. Caveat: I did use homemade crust but would not be opposed to trying the pre-made in a crunch. Thank you for sharing the recipe, Chef.
The only thing I did different was to put the apples in the sauce to precook them a little, I like mine soft. Then just poured it all in the pie together. It is absolutely delicious! It has become "my " recipe. Thanks Chef John.
I was disappointed in this recipe. The syrup turned out perfect and the pie looked delicious, the only problem was that it wasn't. It was very bland and dry. I used gala apples, so I am not sure that if a sweeter juicier apple would make this recipe more appealing. But most likely will not make again.
This is the best apple pie. We had company for dinner and the dessert was the best part. Everyone loved it. I would not change a thing in the recipe.
While this is a good recipe, Grandma Ople's apple pie, in All Recipes, takes top honors. Please make your own pie crust. It is so easy, and it makes the pie so much better.
I made it exactly to the recipe. First time! I had a problem with my crust. I had a 9 oz box instead of 15 oz and didn't have enough for the top layer. :( Otherwise, it tasted delicious and was a hit on Thanksgiving. Will make it again and get it right. Oh, 4 apples was too many. I could only fit about 3 in the pie. Delicious!
Perfect and easy. I only subbed golden delicious apples and made a little extra sauce for dripping over the ice cream we served along with it. Mine took 50 minutes after lowering the temperature-probably b/c of the cookie sheet I put underneath to catch the drippy overflow.
Made exactly as recipe is written with the exception of using 5 peeled Gala apples instead of 4. Turned out excellent, and I will definitely make it again.
love it- one change: once i finished the caramel sauce, i took a little bit out (maybe 1.5 TBSP?) and tossed the apples in the larger portion of the sauce. I put the apples in the pie and covered as instructed, pouring remaining sauce on top. Excellent flavor throughout the pie, would totally do it again
I love this recipe but I didn't use regular sugar I use Stevia brown and white and it turned out just as good so people out there that can't have regular sugar you can have this Pie as well thank you Chef John for such a great recipe.
absolutley positively the BEST apple pie I have ever tasted in my whole life!!! Off the charts!
Omg !! So easy and delicious!! I added vanilla, raisins and walnuts! Sorry about the missing piece of pie. I had to try it before I could review it! Lol The easiest apple pie I've ever made! I love Chef John! His recipes ROCK!!
First time I have ever made an apple pie and it looked almost as good as his! It was simple and delicious. I will certainly make it again!
Wow! I think this may be my second time ever making apple pie and if I can make it taste wonderful...anyone can. So, so delicious. Thank you for sharing this recipe with us!
Chef John does it again. We peeled & cored 5 Red delicious apples BUT had way too may apples to put into one pie shell. We ended up putting it in a 9 x 12 dish. Doubled the sauce. Put the lattice crust on the top. Not too sweet. Crust was nice and crisp with the carmelized sauce.. YUM.
This a great recipe! Everyone in the family loved it. I have made the "Grandma Ople's " recipe which includes flour as a thickener and that is wonderful too! Will make this one again.
This pie is so easy to make and tastes fabulous. Served with a big fat scoop of vanilla ice cream, Yummy!
I followed the ingredients exactly as instructed but instead of one large pie, I made 2 small pies. It was the best apple pie I've ever made or eaten.
Ok I thought well this is a very simple receipe and it does look good to eat. I made it and it looks just like the photo here and it was so easy to make. Just the right amount of sweetness to you and the crust is perfect. Great pie for the Fall or anytime of the year. Enjoy.
My family simply loved this pie. It was devoured within a day and they said, "When are you making another one?" This recipe will go directly into my recipe box under "Best desserts."
We loved this pie. Took John's suggestion and added 2 tbs flour to the apples. Came out perfect. Did not care for the apple texture because I left the skin on. Will remove next time.
The pie was overall very good, if you like to eat pie in bowls. The sauce was very unfortunately runny thought surprisingly the pie crust didn't turn soggy. Next time, I'll probably add some flour and mix the apples with the sauce beforehand. But, it's apple pie. And apple pie is delicious anyway it's cooked
I'm making my 4th Chef John's Apple Pie this weekend and realized I hadn't posted a picture of my first one yet!! I can no longer live without this pie ; )
This pie was really yummy! I made two at the same time, a slightly smaller one in an aluminum (throw away) pie pan, and the other in a larger glass pie Pyrex. The larger pie turned out a little better, the smaller pie had runny sauce in the bottom (too much) that never thickened up, but the bigger pie turned out just perfect. It was very good! Although, I tried to eat it with ice cream and the pie was very sweet so it wasn't good with ice cream (the combination was way too sweet) but the pie was very yummy by itself.
I especially loved the idea of the egg wash & the oven at 425 for 15 minuets and 350 for the last. Beautiful!! I especially loved the idea of egg wash and the higher heat of 425 for 15 minuets and lower heat for 30ish minuets. Beautiful!!!! I am excieted to try chef Johns pecan pie!
PERFECT AND AWESOME, i LIKE A LITTLE MORE ZIP SO ADDED MORE CINNAMON, BUTTER AND BROWN SUGAR
Loved this recipe! my husband was actually upset when he ate the last piece. Best if you leave to sit for awhile so syrup thickens. Going to make another this weekend! thanks
First time I've ever made an apple pie. I have to say it turned out wonderful. Everyone loved it!!
This is a great recipe! Its so easy and so delicious! I made it for my thanksgiving dinner and people loved it. We had a ready crust but used the already made dough for the cross-top. Just caramelize the sugar, pour it on top, stick in in the oven then vwah-la. Tasty applepie
Will definitely make this again. Comments ranged from 'Mmmmm' to 'The apple is as close to perfection as you're going to get'! The recipe has just the right mix of flavours all balanced very nicely. Changes : I used less cinnamon and added about 3/4 teaspoon of nutmeg Used brown sugar only
Tasted decent, but definitely needed to cook longer. Maybe add some flour too.
Five stars! very descriptive and helpful. I am doing this for a school how to essay (i didn't plagiarize it) and this helped alot.
Helped my friend make it for thanksgiving, no changes, turned out AMAZING, so easy and delicious! Serve with some vanilla ice cream and it's easily the best homemade dessert I've had.
First time making apple pie. Very good flavor, tender apples, great presentation with lattice dough.
I did add a bit on cinnamon. Taste = 5 but.... the top burnt a tich in fifteen minutes so I had to cover it with foil. Unfortunately the bottom didn't brown. I did have a cookie sheet underneath because it always drips. I saw that there was a problem so I took out the pan. I guess it was too late (even though it baked another half hour) because it didn't brown and the syrup dripped on the oven floor :( Any ideas how to fix this? I decided to serve it with foil covering the bottom of the glass pie plate so it wouldn't show the pale bottom. Taste was great though!
I made it with two cans of apple pie filling, and it was still the best pie I ever made! Nothing but rave reviews from guests.
I Loved this recipe! However, I boiled all the apples in the sauce. It takes me 2 bags of apples for a single 9-inch pie.
This is an amazing pie. I did add 2 more tablespoons of butter and packed the brown sugar.
Made this for a family friend and it looked amazing and she said it was fantastic as well. Love that it was super easy to make.
This is definitely my go-to apple pie recipe! A hit Every.Single.Time! I've added a few spices to make it my own, and sometimes let the apples soak in cinnamon and a bit of lemon juice before putting it in the pie crust.
this was by far the BEST apple pie recipe ever! I am a complete novice, and this was easy and tasty. Gotta work on the presentation, but I assume that takes time. I did add two tbsp of flour to thicken up the sauce. This will be a weekly favorite.
PLEASE PLEASE spray the pie dish!! Chef John does not say this in his video! I made it and I should have known to spray the dish and it stuck to the dish!! The slices did not look good BUT the favor was WONDERFUL! The method was different but it worked; the top of the pie was flavorful and brown just like you buying from a country bake shop!! I will make again and I will spray the dish.
Excellent recipe! I made it exactly by the recipe and it was great! I'll make it again for sure!
The only reason it did not get 5 stars is because of the water. The water was too much when I made it. Therefore my syrup was cinnamon water basically. Add very very little water as you go along. I also reduced the sugar to 1/4 cup. I find that recipes online have way to much sugar anyway. I also increased the cinnamon. Personal preference though. I love to really taste the cinnamon. Overall it is a good recipe. The water was the only disappointment.
Great recipe! This apple pie was easy to make and delicious. I like that it was not overly sweet as some apple pies are. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out wonderful.
I have used this for the past two years with my high school special education students and we LOVE it! This year my 5 and 8 year old made two to take to Thanksgiving! Thanks so much for sharing this!
We recently bought a house and are lucky enough to have an apple tree on our property. I wanted to find an easy apple pie recipe (since I have never made one) and I came across this one, and decided to try it. WOW! It came our fabulous. Super easy and super delicious :))
The only changes I made were the sugars: organic cane sugar and Splenda Brown Sugar Blend. This pie was delicious- one of the best I've tasted. It's my official go-to Apple pie recipe.
Had a desire for a pie so went to my "go to Chef " Chef John. turned out great, Not overly sweet. I made my own crust top crust was a lattice. It is hands down a 5 star recipe.
I made this with my 4 year old. It was super easy and delicious! I normally don’t like apple pie (something about the fruit to crust ratio), but this was perfect! I ate every bit of my slice. I may have even had a piece for breakfast yesterday (pies well with Coffee.)
Followed the instructions and ingredients list as it. The store bought pie crust was easy to roll out and cut into latticework. Fantastic pie!
Definitely too watery, I wish I hadn't added the water, it may have been better. I used Granny Smith apples. Flavor was good though
I make this pie on a regular basis for my guy and I, we just love it! I love how simple it is and this takes nothing away from the flavor, I promise. It's amazing just the way it's written, no changes needed!
I added 2 tbs flour with the apples . I like to flour both sides of the store bought dough. It turned out perfect.
Great recipe. The first time I baked this pie the juices were a bit runny for me so the next time I did it I added about 1 TB of flour to the apple mixture and it thickened nicely.
This is the best pie I ever ate in my whole life...........It is addictive .....If I could give it 10 stars I would
At first I was skeptical about adding the caramel sauce over on top the pie, rather than mixing in the apples to the sauce, but I stuck by the recipe and was blown away by the result! It was the PERFECT sweetness for me (a teenager) and my older parents. This pie has the most savory apple filling, with a beautiful cinnamon finish. It was gone in not even 2 full days in my house. Gorgeous recipe, will be making this pie regularly
I first cooked the apples in a pan with butter just to soften a little. Then I added the sugar and cinnamon. I also added 3 tablespoons of flour, though I like to use cornstarch when available. It works much better to thicken that juice. That's the good stuff. You definitely dont want to just pour it out. Cook the apples with sugar and flour mixture for just a minute until combined. Then I followed the rest and baked. I loved the apple taste coming thru without too much spice. Delicious!
Why doesn't he add corn starch or flour?? The apply pie came out with too much liquid! I had dump out a lot of water. :/
