Perfectly portioned and bursting with cozy fall flavors, these Mini Apple Pies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert. Featuring a buttery homemade crust and a sweet, spiced apple filling infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of lemon juice, these personal-sized treats are as irresistible as they are adorable. Baked in a muffin tin for easy preparation and finished with a golden lattice crust brushed with an egg wash, these mini pies are ideal for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you crave a bite-sized indulgence. Ready in just over an hour, these handheld desserts are best served warm or at room temperature, making them the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Indulge in the flavors of homemade comfort with these Mini Apple Pies!
To prepare the pie crust, combine flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the cold water gradually, mixing with a fork until the dough just begins to come together. If the dough is too dry, add an additional tablespoon of water.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, mix diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir until the apples are evenly coated.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Using a cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the dough and gently press them into the muffin tin to form the crust bases.
Fill each crust with the apple mixture, ensuring not to overfill.
Re-roll the remaining dough and cut small strips to create lattice tops or use a smaller cutter to make shapes for the tops of the pies.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with the tablespoon of milk to make an egg wash.
Brush the lattice tops or dough shapes with egg wash, ensuring an even coating.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling bubbly.
Let the mini pies cool in the tin for 10 minutes before carefully removing them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the mini apple pies warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Serving size | 826.6 grams (826.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2037 |
Total Fat 95.80g | 123% |
Saturated Fat 52.60g | 263% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g | |
Cholesterol 419mg | 140% |
Sodium 731mg | 32% |
Total Carbohydrate 280.50g | 102% |
Dietary Fiber 14.30g | 51% |
Total Sugars 105.20g | |
Protein 28.90g | 58% |
Vitamin D 55IU | 273% |
Calcium 180mg | 14% |
Iron 11mg | 61% |
Potassium 738mg | 16% |
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