Description
These Mini Apple Pies are adorable, easy to make, and bursting with warm cinnamon-spiced apple flavor. Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you crave that classic apple pie goodness in a bite-sized form!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and finely diced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Step 1 – Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, toss diced apples with sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Set aside to let flavors combine.
- Step 2 – Cut the Dough: Roll out the pie crusts and use a round cutter or glass to cut circles about 3 inches wide. Place half of them in a greased muffin tin.
- Step 3 – Fill and Top: Spoon the apple filling into each crust. Top with another dough circle or create a lattice pattern. Seal edges gently with a fork.
- Step 4 – Brush and Bake: Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 5 – Cool and Enjoy: Let pies cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan. Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Tip #1: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for perfect flavor balance.
- Tip #2: Chill dough circles before baking for flakier crusts.
- Tip #3: Don’t overfill – a little goes a long way in mini pies.
- Tip #4: Add a pinch of salt to the filling to enhance sweetness.
- Tip #5: Brush with egg wash for that irresistible golden shine!
- Serving Idea: Top with whipped cream or serve on a festive dessert platter for parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Recipes
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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