Description
These Mini Apple Pies are the perfect bite-sized treat—sweet apples and dates mixed with warm spices and baked inside flaky pie crusts. They’re easy to make, irresistibly cozy, and perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you’re craving a nostalgic dessert. These mini pies fit perfectly into your healthy recipes rotation as an elegant finish to your recipes for dinner or a standout in your recipes appetizers and snacks collection.
Ingredients
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1/4 tsp cinnamon
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1/8 tsp ginger
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1/8 tsp allspice
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 large apple (about 1 1/4 cup diced)
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1/4 cup dried dates
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1 tbsp sherry (*optional – see notes)
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1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
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1 egg
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1 tbsp water
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). -
Make the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and cornstarch. Dice the apple and dates, then toss them in the spice mixture. Add sherry and stir to combine. Let rest. -
Prepare the Crust:
Roll out the pie crust to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch cookie cutter or glass to cut out 24 dough circles. Fit each round into a mini muffin pan. -
Fill the Pies:
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the apple-date mixture into each dough cup. -
Top and Glaze:
Use leftover dough to make lattice tops or use cookie cutters for decorative shapes. Beat the egg and water to create an egg wash, then brush over each mini pie.
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Bake:
Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool before serving.
Notes
If you don’t have sherry on hand, you can substitute with apple juice or orange juice for added moisture and sweetness. These mini pies are great for freezing—bake a batch ahead and reheat when needed!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 8mg