Description: Delightful mini apple pies with a flaky golden crust, filled with spiced apple filling, and topped with a beautiful lattice or solid crust. A perfect holiday dessert that’s as delicious as it is festive.
Recipe:
- Servings: 6 mini pies
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 package of pre-made pie crust (or homemade)
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional garnish: Powdered sugar or caramel drizzle
Instructions:
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Cut Pie Crusts: Roll out the pie crust and cut circles slightly larger than your muffin tin or silicone molds. Press the circles into the molds to form the pie bases.
- Fill Pies: Spoon the apple mixture evenly into each crust. Use the remaining dough to create a lattice top or cover with a solid crust, sealing the edges.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake Pies: Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish. Place the pies in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pies cool slightly before removing them from the molds. Garnish with powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel if desired.
Nutritional Information (Per Pie):
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
Notes:
- Substitute apples with pears or mixed berries for a different flavor.
- Add chopped pecans or raisins to the filling for extra texture.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
Let me know if you’d like more holiday dessert ideas or variations! 😊