Description
Mini Apple Pies are a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With their flaky, golden crusts enveloping tender apple slices, these mini treats are perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Drizzled with caramel and spiced with cinnamon, they evoke nostalgia while adding a touch of sweetness to any occasion. Whether shared with friends or savored solo, these mini pies are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14 oz) pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 cups apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, toss apple slices with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
- Roll out pie crusts and cut into circles that fit muffin tins.
- Press circles into greased muffin cups and fill each with the apple mixture.
- Dot the filling with diced butter, fold over the crust edges if desired, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties like Fuji or Braeburn for unique flavors. Adding a crumb topping can enhance the texture, while a drizzle of caramel after baking adds a delicious twist. Allow pies to cool slightly before serving for the best flavor experience.