Mini Apple Pie in Muffin Tins is an interesting twist to the regular Apple Pie that you can make in a muffin mould. I love making different dishes in Muffin mould for various reasons. You have portion control and you don't have to bother about slicing etc.
This idea was inspired by some pin I saw where mason jars were used for some apple dessert and I thought using muffin mould will be great. With the measurement I made, I got only 4 mini pies. You can increase and you can improvise as well.
We are starting the BM#81, Week 3 and I will be sharing some Apple Dishes. I know I said Apple Dessert but I also have one that is a sweet dish with Apples but not exactly a dessert on its own. Sapana is hosting the Kid's Delight themed on Bite Size Appetizers and can you believe I asked if I can send in sweets as well! I know I am making my own classification more confusing but what to do!
It rained through the day yesterday and I was hoping it will continue. However, its only cloudy with no signs of rain. With Deepavali being tomorrow, let's hope the rains don't play spoilsport!
Enjoy these bite sized snacks anytime!
Mini Apple Pie in Muffin Tins
How to make the Mini Apple Pie
For the Filling
Wash and peel the apple skin. Chop the apples finely.
In a nonstick pan, take the apples along with butter and simmer for 10 mins.
Then add sugar and mix well. Sprinkle the cinnamon powder and mix well.
Add the nuts and simmer for another 5 mins. Switch off.
For the Crust
Mix the flour with cold butter and salt with just enough water to make a stiff dough.
Let it rest for 10 mins.
Making the Mini Muffin Apple Pies
Dust and roll the dough into a thin disc
Take the muffin tin you are going to use. Turn over and cut out the dough as per the shape.
Cut out as much required for covering as well.
Turn to the side you have the indent. Grease all over the mold and place the dough inside.
Continue with the rest and place the filling inside.
Now cover the top with the smaller disc. Seal all over as you would do a regular pie.
Preheat oven at 180C and bake for 20 mins.
Recipe
Mini Apple Pies in Muffin Tins
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
- 1 cup Apple chopped
- 1 tsp Butter
- 3 tsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Almonds chopped
- 2 tsp Raisins
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon Powder
For the Crust
- 1 cup All purpose flour / Maida
- 2 tsp Butter cold
- A pinch Salt
Instructions
For the Filling
- Wash and peel the apple skin. Chop the apples finely.
- In a nonstick pan, take the apples along with butter and simmer for 10 mins.
- Then add sugar and mix well. Sprinkle the cinnamon powder and mix well.
- Add the nuts and simmer for another 5 mins. Switch off.
For the Crust
- Mix the flour with cold butter and salt with just enough water to make a stiff dough.
- Let it rest for 10 mins.
Making the Mini Muffin Apple Pies
- Dust and roll the dough into a thin disc
- Take the muffin tin you are going to use. Turn over and cut out the dough as per the shape.
- Cut out as much required for covering as well.
- Turn to the side you have the indent. Grease all over the mould and place the dough inside.
- Continue with the rest and place the filling inside.
- Now cover the top with the smaller disc. Seal all over as you would do a regular pie.
- Pre heat oven at 180C and bake for 20 mins.
usha says
i love making anything mini. Mini apple pies are so cute and like the idea of making it in a muffin pan.
Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth says
This is so apt for portion control... at least we won't end up eating all the pie!
themadscientistskitchen says
Rafeda I do not agree if left to me I do not know how many I will taste.
vaishalisabnani says
Great idea and even though I am not fond of apples , I love apple pie .
Priya Suresh says
Cute and very smart idea of making mini pies like this, lovely pies there.
Veena Krishnakumar says
The shot with the apples is looking very good valli and the mini version is very tempting. Lovely idea
Sharmila - The Happie Friends Potpourri Corner says
Lovely version of pies.. Simply yummy!!
Mireille Roc (@ChefMireille) says
what cute little apple pie pockets