Upside Down Southern Apple Pecan Pie

Transform your dessert table with this irresistible Upside Down Southern Apple Pecan Pie, a show-stopping treat that combines buttery caramel, toasted pecans, and spiced apples beneath a golden, flaky crust. This innovative twist on traditional pie baking starts with a layer of bubbling brown sugar and honey caramel, generously topped with crunchy pecan halves, and crowned with tender, cinnamon-spiced Granny Smith apples. Baked upside down and flipped to reveal a glistening caramelized topping, this pie is as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or any day you want a slice of Southern charm, this dessert pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of extra caramel sauce. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe offers a foolproof way to elevate your pie game!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Pecan halves
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups Light brown sugar
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 1 single crust Pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• 4 medium Apples (Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and sliced)
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish generously with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and honey, stirring until the mixture is smooth and bubbling. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pie dish.

Step 3

Arrange the pecan halves evenly over the caramel sauce in a single layer. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple slices with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract. Toss until the apple slices are thoroughly coated.

Step 5

Transfer the spiced apple mixture into the pie dish, spreading it evenly over the pecans and caramel layer.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust if using homemade. Drape the crust over the apple filling, tucking the edges down into the sides of the dish to seal it. Prick the crust a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 7

Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips, and bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Step 8

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. Then, carefully run a knife around the edges of the dish to loosen the pie.

Step 9

Place a large serving plate or platter over the pie dish and, using oven mitts, carefully invert the pie onto the plate. Let any remaining caramel drizzle over the top.

Step 10

Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1526.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4368.8

Total Fat 237.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 966.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 579.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.6g	0%
Total Sugars 381.8g
Protein 34.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 326.0mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 1863.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 50.4%