I have recently found a magazine issue dedicated to fall pies and tarts. This abundant season gifts us with most beautiful juicy fruit, meant to be transformed into the most delicious pie fillings. I drew the inspiration from the magazine and once again used our beautiful apples in this flavorful classic. With a tiny twist: apple pie reduced in size. Individual mini pies, so cute.
Apparently, recent trends originating from French pastry bakers dictate downsizing desserts into individual pies, tarts, even cakes. Now, I am not so crazy about the idea of mini birthday cakes, I am old-fashioned when it comes to having a big, birthday cake and cutting slices with knife. Also, traditional Croatian apple pie is a bit different than the American one and is made in large rectangular baking pans (and later cut into small rectangular or square pieces). However, I salute the idea of mini cupcakes, tarts and pies like this one, they are perfect for parties and they look cute.
I took a classic apple pie and turned it into small bite-sized pies, baked in muffin tins. I adapted the recipe from Zoom Yummy.
Mini apple pies
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini pies 1x
Description
These mini apple pies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for individual servings and packed with the comforting flavors of fall.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups (350 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp (30 g) sugar
- 1 cup (225 g) cold butter, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) ice water
- 5 apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C). Grease a muffin tin to prepare for the mini pies.
- In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of salt, and 2 tbsp of sugar. Add 1 cup of cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add 1/4 cup of ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine 5 peeled and diced apples, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1 tsp of cinnamon, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 tsp of vanilla extract, 2 tbsp of melted butter, and 2 tbsp of cornstarch. Stir until well combined.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut circles large enough to line the muffin tin cups, pressing gently to fit.
- Fill each dough-lined cup with the apple mixture, mounding slightly.
- Cut additional dough circles or strips to create a lattice or full cover on top of each pie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the pies to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These mini pies are perfect for parties and gatherings, offering a cute and convenient serving size. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For a twist, try adding a handful of raisins or nuts to the filling. If you prefer a sweeter pie, increase the sugar in the filling to taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 30
Hello,
yes, it slipped, just combine cold butter with flour, with your fingers, add the rest of the ingredients and knead until it forms into a dough.
theres no instructions to make the crust?
This is a really great idea. In a home where it is just 2 of us this is more convenient than a large pie. You could even freeze them and have them ready for later. Definitely liking this new trend.
Gorgeous!!! I love the mini pies! I really like downsized food. It’s a good way to help control portions I think :D
Hi I was just wondering how many apple pies can be made with this recipe?
Hi, Mimi, I got about 16 apple pies from this recipe
looks fab- never heard of the mini version- would love to give it a try
Thank you! This is my first time making apple pie in muffin tins and it really works :)
So cute! I love mini pies. :)
They quickly became my favorite too :)