Description
Mini apple pies are a delightful way to enjoy the comforting flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples enveloped in a flaky crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized desserts are easy to make and sure to impress friends and family. Each mini pie bursts with warm, sweet goodness, making them ideal for gatherings, holiday celebrations, or a cozy night in. Whether served warm with ice cream or at room temperature as a snack, these charming little pastries evoke the warmth of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized apples (peeled, cored, diced)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp allspice
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch slurry
- 1 package premade pie dough (contains 2 crusts)
- all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp milk, cream, or water (for egg wash)
- additional coarse brown sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced apples with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ground ginger, salt, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and cornstarch slurry.
- Dust your countertop with all-purpose flour and unroll one pie crust from the package, using a rolling pin to flatten it slightly if needed.
- Cut out circles using a round cutter or glass that’s about 4 inches in diameter.
- Place each dough circle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spoon some of the apple filling onto half of each circle.
- Fold over the dough to create a half-moon shape and seal edges by crimping with a fork.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg with milk (or cream/water) and brush this mixture over each mini pie.
- Sprinkle additional coarse brown sugar on top of each pie and bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor balance. Experiment with spices; add more cinnamon or even nutmeg if desired. Allow mini pies to cool slightly before serving for best texture.