Who doesn’t love apple pies? They’re delicious, they’re sweet, and they remind us of home. However, let’s face it. Sometimes we don’t have the time or patience to make a full-size dessert pie. That’s where mini apple pies come in! Not only are they cute and irresistible, but they’re perfectly portioned for a sweet treat that won’t make you feel guilty.
Mini Apple Pies with Vanilla Ice Cream
What you’ll need:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crust
- 3-4 medium-sized apples
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- A pinch of nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- A splash of milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix the chopped apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Roll out the pie crust and use a 3-inch cookie cutter to cut circles from the dough.
- Press the circles into the muffin tin cups, leaving a little dough hanging over the edges.
- Fill each cup with the apple mixture and brush the edges of the dough with melted butter.
- Cut small strips from the remaining pie crust to make a lattice pattern on top of each mini pie.
- Brush the dough with milk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Serve your mini apple pies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
Mini Apple Pies with a Twist
What you’ll need:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crust
- 3-4 medium-sized apples, grated
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- A pinch of nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- A splash of milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Peel and grate the apples into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Roll out the pie crust and use a 3-inch cookie cutter to cut circles from the dough.
- Press the circles into the muffin tin cups, leaving a little dough hanging over the edges.
- Fill each cup with the apple mixture and brush the edges of the dough with melted butter.
- Cut small strips from the remaining pie crust to make a lattice pattern on top of each mini pie.
- Brush the dough with milk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Serve your mini apple pies with a scoop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Yum!
These mini apple pies are perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re hosting a party or just snacking on something sweet, they’re sure to satisfy your cravings. Plus, they’re easy to customize with your favorite add-ins like walnuts, raisins, or even a touch of brandy.
So go ahead, try out these delicious mini apple pies and share your thoughts with me in the comments below. Happy baking!
