Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade goodness with these Muffin Tin Mini Apple Pies. Perfectly portioned for snacking, these delightful treats feature a flaky homemade crust filled with sweet, spiced apple filling. Ideal for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations, these mini pies are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Customize them with your favorite spices or toppings for an extra touch of flavor. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed at room temperature, these bite-sized apple pastries are sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 4 medium apples (peeled and diced)
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by mixing flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- For the filling, toss diced apples with white and brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the chilled dough and cut circles to fit muffin tin cups.
- Assemble the pies by placing dough in tins, filling with apple mixture, and topping with more dough if desired.
- Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices like nutmeg or add nuts for texture. For a sweeter finish, drizzle caramel sauce over the pies before serving.