Mini Apple Pies
Mini apple pies are delightful bite-sized desserts featuring a flaky crust enveloping a warm, spiced apple filling. Perfect for any occasion, these mini treats combine the nostalgic flavors of cinnamon and sugar with the tartness of crisp apples, creating a comforting dessert that evokes memories of home. Enjoy these charming pastries at family gatherings or as a sweet treat after dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 mini pies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14 oz) pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Extra sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix sliced apples with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter.
- Roll out pie crusts on a floured surface and cut circles to fit muffin tin cups.
- Place each crust in the muffin tin and fill with the apple mixture.
- Use leftover dough to top the pies or sprinkle with extra sugar.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (55g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Experiment with different apple varieties like Honeycrisp for added sweetness. Add raisins or nuts for extra texture. Brush tops with an egg wash for a glossy finish.