Mini Apple Pies

Mini Apple Pies

Servings: 12 mini pies
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3-4 tablespoons ice-cold water

For the Apple Filling:

• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For Assembly:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
   • Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
   • Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Apple Filling:
   • In a bowl, mix the diced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Assemble the Mini Pies:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
   • Use a round cookie cutter (about 3-4 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough.
   • Place a small spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each dough circle.
   • Fold the dough partially over the filling, leaving a portion of the apples exposed.
   • Place the assembled mini pies on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
4. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mini pies are golden brown.
5. Serve:
   • Allow the pies to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

These Mini Apple Pies are crispy, warm, and filled with a spiced apple filling. They’re perfect as a dessert or a sweet snack. Enjoy!