Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Easy Mini Apple Pies Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.2 from 25 reviews

  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini pies

Description

These Easy Mini Apple Pies are a delightful treat featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apple filling nestled in flaky puff pastry cups. Perfect as a quick dessert or snack, they combine the warm flavors of baked apples with the buttery crispness of puff pastry for a comforting and elegant bite-sized pie.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 1 box Puff Pastry

Apple Filling

  • 3 cups apples, peeled and chopped into ¾” pieces
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup water

Topping

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Apple Filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped apples, cinnamon, sugar, vanilla extract, and water. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until the apples are tender but not mushy, and the mixture has thickened slightly.
  2. Prepare the Puff Pastry: While the filling cooks, slice the puff pastry dough into 12 equal-sized squares. Ensure the dough is kept cold for easier handling.
  3. Line the Muffin Tin: Grease a muffin tin thoroughly. Press each puff pastry square into each cup, shaping it to fit snugly and covering the bottom and sides completely. Reserve extra dough for decorative toppings.
  4. Fill the Cups: Spoon the warm apple filling into each pastry-lined muffin cup, filling about ¾ of the way to leave room for the top crust.
  5. Add Decorative Toppings: Use the remaining puff pastry to cut out shapes like hearts, leaves, or strips for a lattice design. Place a decorative piece over each filled cup to form a lid.
  6. Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and brush it generously over the top of each mini pie to promote a golden, shiny crust.
  7. Bake the Mini Pies: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Bake the pies for 18-20 minutes or until the puff pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the mini pies to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor and texture.
  • If puff pastry is frozen, thaw it according to package instructions before use.
  • You can add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves to the apple filling for extra spice.
  • Make sure the muffin tin is well-greased to easily remove the pies after baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a warm oven to crisp the pastry before serving again.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/easy-mini-apple-pies-recipe/