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Mini Apple Pies

Mini Apple Pies That Warm Your Heart and Home

Delight in these Mini Apple Pies that embody nostalgia with a warm, inviting aroma and a buttery crust—perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups Diced apples Use a mix of tart and sweet apples.
  • ½ cup Brown sugar Adds depth and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Enhances apple flavors.
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Enhances warm spices.
  • ¼ teaspoon Allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Offers richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens filling.
For the Pie Assembly
  • 1 beaten egg Egg Acts as an egg wash.
  • 1 tablespoon Milk, cream, or water For mixing with egg.
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse brown sugar Sprinkle on top.
  • 1 package Premade pie dough For convenience.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss together the diced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ground ginger, and salt until the apples are well-coated.
  3. Add the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the apple mixture, stirring until the butter softens and blends in.
  4. Incorporate the cornstarch into the apple mixture, stirring to combine and thicken the filling.
  5. Roll out your premade pie dough and cut circles to fit the muffin tin, pressing them into the cups with overhang.
  6. Spoon the apple filling into each dough shell, packing it slightly.
  7. Whisk together the beaten egg with milk, cream, or water, and apply the egg wash to the tops of each mini pie.
  8. Sprinkle coarse brown sugar on top of each mini pie.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  10. Allow the mini pies to cool for a few minutes before serving them warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 105mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor. Allow pies to cool briefly before serving for easier handling.

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