Description
Mini Apple Pies are bite-sized, flaky, and buttery desserts filled with sweet cinnamon-spiced apples. Perfect for quick baking sessions or gatherings, these charming pies offer a classic comfort flavor in a perfect portion size that’s easy to customize and guaranteed to impress with every warm, tender bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups fresh tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and finely diced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
Crust
- 1 package (about 1 lb) pie crust dough (homemade or store-bought), chilled
Topping
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Peel, core, and finely dice your apples. Toss them in a bowl with sugar, cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and lemon juice to keep them fresh and flavorful. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes so the apples release some juices, enhancing moistness and taste.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 3 to 4 inch cookie cutter or glass to cut circles large enough to hold the filling.
- Fill the Pies: Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each dough circle. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter to add richness as it melts during baking. Avoid overfilling to prevent spills.
- Seal and Shape: Cover each filled circle with another dough circle or cut top dough pieces with vents. Press edges firmly with a fork or fingers to seal completely. Trim excess dough for a neat finish.
- Apply the Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pies with beaten egg to ensure a golden, shiny crust after baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles through vents or edges.
Notes
- Chill your pie dough before rolling to maintain flakiness and prevent shrinking.
- Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for best texture and flavor.
- Do not overfill pies to avoid filling leakage during baking.
- Cut slits or create vents in the top crust to allow steam to escape and prevent sogginess.
- Keep an eye on the oven to avoid over-browning or undercooked filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg