Caramel Apple Upside Cake is a twist on my tried and true favorite Pineapple Upside Down Cake and it is a must-try recipe. It is loaded with all the crave-worthy fall flavors like rich caramel and sweet apple!
Caramel Apple Slab Pie
This twist on a classic favorite is the perfect dessert to satisfy your fall cravings all year long. The blend of cinnamon and apples baking together is simply amazing. And when the ooey, gooey caramel mixture is simmered and drizzled over the pie, it becomes irresistible. Each bite is perfection with its flaky crust, crunchy topping, and tender, juicy apples, all drenched in a rich, sweet cinnamon-apple flavor. Simply delish! This Caramel Apple Slab Pie is perfect for feeding a crowd, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings and get-togethers. It has quickly become one of my favorite desserts ever, and I’m sure you and your guests will love it just as much as we did!
Ingredients in Slab Pie
This dessert is just screaming all of my favorite things about fall. From the thin and flaky melt-in-your-mouth pie crust, the fresh juicy apples, and the crisp topping, to the sweet caramel drizzle on top. All of the exact ingredient measurements are listed at the bottom of the post on the recipe card.
All-purpose flour: This adds strength and structure to the crust. Salt: This is a must to bring out the delicious flavors in the recipe. Shortening: I used butter-flavored shortening to create a more tender, flaky dough. Cold water: Add in a few drops at a time until your dough is the perfect texture. Sugar: This will sweeten up the crust. Ground cinnamon: The cinnamon adds a sweet and savory warm spice to the apple mixture. Granny Smith apples: These apples are perfect for baking.
Crumb Topping
Rolled oats: Quick-cooking oats give the perfect crunch in the topping. Brown sugar: Make sure to pack it when it’s measured to get just the right amount of sweetness. All-purpose flour: This gives structure to the crumb topping and binds it together. Butter: I use unsalted for more control over the saltiness of the dessert.
Homemade Caramel
Brown Sugar: This caramelizes to be a delicious flavor. Butter: The butter adds a rich taste and makes a chewy caramel texture. Half-and-half: This makes the caramel smooth and creamy. Vanilla: A splash of vanilla brings out the other flavors and adds a rich depth to the flavor. Salt: Just a pinch of salt enhances the flavor of the topping for this caramel apple slab pie.
Let’s Make a Slab Pie!
This caramel apple slab pie comes together simply and will get rave reviews every time! Take your time on the dough and work through each section, and in no time, you will have a huge hit dessert ready to enjoy!
To Make the Crumb Topping
To Make the Homemade Caramel
Caramel Sauce: For best results, cook the glaze slowly until it thickens to prevent separating. Additionally, whisking constantly will keep it from clumping. Dough: Keep the dough cold, and don’t overhandle it. Because the dough is cooler, it will be firmer, easier to roll out, and shrink less as it cooks in the oven. Rolling the dough: Add more flour to the dough as you are rolling it out to keep it from sticking to the rolling pin or the surface. Leftover dough: Bake any leftover trimmings separately, then drizzle with caramel or sprinkle them with a bit of cinnamon sugar for a special treat. Apples: Try to cut the apples into similar sizes for most, even baking. Using an apple slicer is helpful, but it is not hard to do by hand if you don’t have a tool to help. Serve: Be sure to finish this caramel apple slab pie with some cold vanilla ice cream!
In the Refrigerator: Simply keep the caramel apple slab pie on the baking sheet, let it cool completely, and cover it loosely with some foil. Store it in the refrigerator, and it will last about 2-3 days. In the Freezer: If you are making an apple pie ahead, you can freeze it for 3-4 months and thaw it in the refrigerator before baking.
Pro Tip: Keep a batch of uncooked crumble topping in the freezer to bake and sprinkle on anything. It makes a great last-minute dessert topping that is absolutely heavenly!
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