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Hot Gooey Caramel Pie
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Customizable (Gluten Free option available with alternate crust)
Description
Hot Gooey Caramel Pie is a warm, comforting dessert featuring a soft, buttery crust filled with rich, velvety caramel that melts in your mouth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, this indulgent pie balances sweetness and texture beautifully and is easily customizable to suit dietary preferences and flavor variations.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 buttery, flaky pie crust (enough for a 9-inch pie)
Caramel Filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ins
- Toasted pecans or walnuts (as desired)
- Flaky sea salt (for topping, optional)
- Melted chocolate layer (optional)
- Cinnamon or nutmeg (for spiced caramel, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled pie crust dough and gently place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges as desired. Bake the crust for 10 minutes to partially cook it, ensuring it will hold the filling without becoming soggy.
- Make the Caramel Filling: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar while stirring constantly until it reaches a rich amber color. Carefully add the butter and whisk until fully melted and combined. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring (the mixture will bubble up, so be cautious). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the warm caramel filling into the pre-baked pie crust. If using nuts or chocolate, layer them now before adding the caramel. Spread the filling evenly to ensure each slice offers the perfect hot gooey caramel consistency.
- Bake to Perfection: Return the assembled pie to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the caramel is bubbly and the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly; the pie is best served warm.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie carefully to preserve its gooey layers and serve immediately. Consider pairing with ice cream or fresh whipped cream for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Use quality ingredients such as fresh butter and cream for best flavor and texture.
- Stir the caramel continuously and keep the heat medium to prevent burning.
- Let the pie cool just enough to maintain a gooey but not runny filling.
- Pre-bake the crust to avoid sogginess and keep it crisp.
- Serve with contrasting textures like vanilla ice cream or sprinkled nuts for added delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg