Mini Apple Pies Baked Easy (Print Format)
Buttery crust and spiced apples combine for a cozy handheld dessert, perfect for fall gatherings.
# Ingredients:
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2 refrigerated pie crusts
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3 cups chopped apples (4 medium-small Granny Smith apples)
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1/4 cup sugar
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1/4 cup light brown sugar
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1 egg
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1 tablespoon water
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Sanding sugar (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 425℉. Lightly spray a 12-count muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
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Using a fork, lightly beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water and set aside.
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Peel, core, and dice apples into ¼-inch cubes. Place them in a medium bowl. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and mix with 2 tablespoons flour, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg until evenly coated. Set aside.
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Unroll the pie crusts and cut out 12 circles using a 4-inch round cookie cutter. Gently press each circle into each cavity of the muffin pan.
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Lightly brush the bottom of each crust with the prepared egg wash.
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Divide the prepared apple mixture evenly between the muffin cups.
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Gather the leftover pie crust scraps and roll them out thin. Cut into strips less than ¼ inch thick. Arrange 6 strips per pie to create a lattice pattern over the apple filling. Trim the excess and press the edges gently to secure.
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Brush the lattice tops with the egg wash and sprinkle sanding sugar if desired.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
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Remove the pies from the oven and cool for 5-10 minutes. Carefully release the pies from the pan using a thin knife or spatula and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve warm or cooled. Store leftovers covered on the counter for up to 1 day or in the fridge for up to 4 days.
# Tips:
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Use cold pie crusts to make handling easier and ensure a flaky texture.
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For extra flavor, drizzle caramel sauce over the pies before serving.