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Hot Buttered Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Apple Pie

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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Hot Buttered Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Apple Pie, a delightful twist on the classic dessert. Bursting with the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples nestled in a buttery, flaky crust, this pie is perfect for family gatherings, cozy nights in, or holiday celebrations. The crowning glory is the rich, alcohol-free hot buttered sauce that adds an irresistible finish to each slice. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this apple pie promises to be a cherished addition to your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 TBSP granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup chilled unsalted butter
  • 4 to 5 TBSP ice water
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for crumb topping)
  • 3 tablespoons firmly packed dark-brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (for crumb topping)
  • 1/4 tsp salt (for crumb topping)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
  • 1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter (for crumb topping)
  • 6 to 8 large apples (like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch dice
  • 1 TBSP plus 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
  • 1 tsp dry pectin or an extra 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar (for sauce)
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt (for sauce)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 TBSP spiced vanilla extract (alcohol-free)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor. Add chilled butter and pulse until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for at least one hour.
  2. Roll out the dough into a circle for your pie pan and crimp edges.
  3. Make the filling: Sauté sliced apples with sugars until caramelized but not mushy.
  4. Assemble: Fill crust with apple mixture and top with crumb topping made from sugars, flour, spices, and butter.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 50 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Prepare hot buttered sauce by whisking together brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, cream, and spiced vanilla extract over heat until thickened.
  7. Serve warm drizzled with hot buttered sauce.

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