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Mini Apple Pies

Delightful little pockets of cinnamon-spiced apple filling encased in flaky crust, perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed Keep butter cold for flaky crust.
  • 6-8 tablespoons ice water Add incrementally until dough holds together.
For the filling
  • 4 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Peeled, cored, and sliced thin.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice To prevent browning of apples.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg Optional for added flavor.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps to thicken apple filling.
  • 1 large egg For egg wash.
  • Extra sugar for sprinkling Optional for topping.

Method
 

The Dough Adventure
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds together when pressed.
  3. Divide the dough into two, shape into discs, wrap in parchment, and chill for at least an hour.
The Filling Fiesta
  1. While your dough relaxes, peel, core, and slice your apples into thin pieces.
  2. Toss apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a large bowl.
Rolling in the Dough
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one disc on a floured surface until it's about 1/8 inch thick.
  2. Cut circles (about 4 inches in diameter) and press them into a greased muffin tin.
  3. Repeat for the second disc to create tops for the pies.
Fill ‘er Up
  1. Spoon apple filling into each crust and cut out smaller circles or fun shapes for the pie tops.
  2. Lay the tops over the apples, crimp edges with a fork, and make slits for steam to escape.
Golden Goodness
  1. Whisk the egg and brush it over the tops of the pies, then sprinkle with sugar.
  2. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Cool Down
  1. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or dust with powdered sugar. Can be stored for up to two days at room temperature or a week in the fridge.