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Mini Apple Pies

By Erika in Desserts

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With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc. this idea now...
This recipe for Mini Apple Pies has been a family favorite for years. I use my favorite homemade pie crust recipe and the result is a golden, flaky handful of apple-pie deliciousness.

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

I came across a similar recipe just after I got married, and as a new bride, I was thrilled when my husband, Nate, loved them. I’ve been making them ever since and have gradually changed the recipe to exactly what I wanted. The kids love these Mini Apple Pies too. In fact, the only downside is that they rarely last longer than a day in our house!

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

How to Make Mini Apple Pies:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chopped, peeled apple (usually 2 large or 3 smaller apples)
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pie crust pastry for 2 crusts (one double-crust)
 

Mix the apples, brown sugar, raisins, flour, lemon peel, cinnamon, and vanilla extract and set aside.

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

 

Roll the pie crust out and cut into 3-4″ circles using a cookie cutter or cup. If you make larger circles you’ll be able to put more filling in, but you’ll have less mini pies in the end. I usually make them smaller, about 3″, using a glass.

Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons (more or less depending on the size of your circles) in the center of each circle.

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

Fold over. This is where my little baker, Emily, came in – she did a great job helping.

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.Seal the edges with a fork. If they’re not staying together well, you can moisten the edges of the crust with water. I don’t usually need to, but it depends on the consistency of your pie crust.

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

Place on a baking sheet. You could grease it or line with parchment paper – if the apple leaks out, it may stick a little. But I don’t. 🙂

Here’s my good little helper, Emily:

a little girl sitting at a table

Bake at 450º for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350º and bake for 5-10 minutes longer (depending on how larger your mini pies are.) For me, it’s usually 15 minutes total. They should look flaky and golden when done.With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

Mmmm….

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With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

Can’t you just smell the cinnamon and spices in the air?

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

 

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With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go.

  • Author: Erika Bragdon
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 8-14 1x
  • Category: Dessert

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped, peeled apple (usually 2 large or 3 smaller apples)
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pie crust pastry for 2 crusts (one double-crust)

Instructions

  1. Mix the apples, brown sugar, raisins, flour, lemon peel, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Set aside.
  2. Roll the pie crust out and cut into 3-5” circles, depending on how large you want. Spoon about 1-2 Tablespoons (more or less, depending on the size) into the center of each circle. Fold over and seal edges with a fork. You can moisten with water if the pastry isn’t sticking together well.
  3. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 450º for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350º and bake for 5-10 minutes longer (depending on how larger your mini pies are.) For me, it’s usually 15 minutes total. They should look flaky and golden when done.
  4. Makes: 8-14 pies

With mouth-watering spices, these Mini Apple Pies are a great way to enjoy apple pie on-the-go. Simple to make, they’re perfect for taking to work, school, etc.

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    Filed Under: Desserts, Recipes Tagged With: apple recipes, piePublished on November 2, 2012

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    About Erika

    Erika Bragdon is a second-generation homeschooling mom with 3 kids at home and 1 in college. She enjoys her chickens, goats, and gardening on a small farm in New Hampshire, and is passionate about sharing flower essences and more ways to renew body, mind, and soul with moms.

    Comments

    1. Anne says

      November 4, 2012 at 9:52 pm

      These look great, and I love the small size.

      Reply
    2. Emily says

      November 4, 2012 at 10:12 pm

      Ooo these look so yummy!

      Reply
    3. Darcy says

      November 5, 2012 at 6:45 am

      I think I’d like the small size. Great way to get the taste but not add too much to my waist 😉

      Reply
    4. Shari says

      November 5, 2012 at 7:42 am

      This looks like a really tasty treat!

      Reply
    5. Raffa says

      November 14, 2012 at 3:47 pm

      I can’t wait to go to the cider mill which is open through November and get some Apples and make these. I wonder how these would work if I deep fried them.

      Reply
    6. Erin R. says

      January 4, 2013 at 8:09 pm

      All I can say is that I love this recipe and can’t wait to try it out!

      Reply
    7. Laura says

      October 31, 2013 at 6:22 pm

      Pinned! Looks fun, easy and yummy! I can’t wait to try it.

      Reply

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