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Mini Apple Pies

Delightful mini apple pies filled with warm spiced apples, perfect for sharing and creating cherished memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 pies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 medium Apples, peeled, cored, and diced Granny Smith or Honeycrisps recommended for balance
  • ⅓ cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp Allspice
  • ¼ tsp Ground Ginger
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter For cooking the apple filling
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Slurry To thicken the filling
For the Crust
  • 1 package Premade Pie Dough Contains 2 crusts
  • All-purpose Flour for dusting
  • 1 beaten Egg For egg wash
  • 1 tbsp Milk, Cream, or Water For egg wash
  • Additional Coarse Brown Sugar For sprinkling on top

Method
 

Filling
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, and all the spices.
  3. Cook until the apples start to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and the cornstarch slurry, and cook for another 2 minutes until thickened.
  5. Set aside to cool slightly.
Assembly
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out your pie dough on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough.
  4. Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each round.
  5. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges with a fork to seal them tightly.
Baking
  1. Arrange the mini pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the beaten egg with milk, and brush the mixture over the tops of each pie.
  3. Sprinkle the tops with coarse brown sugar.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and flaky.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the filling. Ensure apples maintain some texture, and don't rush the crimping for a rustic charm. Variations include mixing other fruits like pears or cranberries, and experimenting with spices like cardamom.