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Mini Apple Pies

Mini Apple Pies
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Mini Apple Pies are delightful, bite-sized treats that capture the classic flavors of a traditional apple pie in a perfectly portable and easy-to-make form. Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped in a flaky golden crust, these pies are ideal for snacks, parties, or cozy desserts, customizable to various dietary preferences including gluten-free and vegan options.

Ingredients

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Apple Filling

  • 4 cups firm, tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pats

Pie Crust

  • Store-bought or homemade pie crust dough (regular or gluten-free)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and finely slice the apples. In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, optional nutmeg and cloves, lemon juice, and flour or cornstarch. Mix well to combine; this mixture will thicken as it cooks during baking and forms the sweet filling.
  2. Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour your workspace. Roll out the pie crust dough evenly to about 1/8-inch thickness. Using a small round cutter, cut out circles for both the bottom and top crusts of the mini pies.
  3. Assemble the Mini Apple Pies: Place each bottom crust circle into a muffin tin or on a baking sheet. Spoon the prepared apple filling evenly into each crust. Add a small pat of butter on top of the filling for richness. Cover each with a second dough circle, pressing the edges together tightly using a fork or fingers to seal. Cut small slits in the top crusts to allow steam to escape while baking.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the assembled mini pies for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the filling is bubbling through the vents.
  5. Cool and Enjoy: Let the mini pies cool for at least 10 minutes to allow the filling to set. Serve warm or at room temperature for a cozy, comforting dessert.

Notes

  • Use cold butter and dough to ensure a flaky crust.
  • Do not overfill the pies to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • Add flour or cornstarch to filling to absorb excess moisture and prevent soggy crusts.
  • Cut small vents on the top crust to allow steam to escape and avoid bursting pies.
  • Optional: brush the crust with an egg wash for a shiny, golden finish.

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