Mini Apple Pies with Puff Pastry – A Cozy, Sweet Treat in Every Bite

There’s cozy, and then there’s a warm mini apple pie nestled in your hand. Flaky puff pastry, sweet cinnamon apples, and not a single peel in sight. These little cuties bring all the comfort of classic apple pie, just in a crispier, cuter, easier-to-make package. They’re the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell like a hug.

Why You’ll Love These Mini Apple Pies

They’re small but mighty. A warm apple center tucked inside flaky puff pastry, ready in under 40 minutes. They’re easy to serve, freeze like a dream, and look adorable on any dessert plate. Best of all, you don’t have to peel a single apple. Perfect for cozy nights, bake sales, or just treating yourself on a Tuesday

Ingredients You’ll Need

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
3 to 4 small apples (any firm kind), diced small
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or 3 if you like it sweeter)
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 egg + 1 teaspoon water for brushing
2 teaspoons powdered sugar, for sprinkling

Optional extras

Splash of vanilla
Small pinch of salt
Chopped pecans or raisins

Tools to Make It Easier

Muffin tin
Rolling pin
Small skillet
Pastry brush
Mesh sieve or your fingers for the sugar dusting magic

How to Make Mini Apple Pies

Step 1 – Cook the Apple Filling

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until soft and most of the juice has disappeared. Let cool slightly

Step 2 – Prep the Puff Pastry

Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface into a big square, about 11 inches wide. Cut into 9 smaller squares

Step 3 – Fill and Fold

Press each square into a muffin cup, shaping it into a little nest. Spoon the apple mixture into each one. Fold the corners toward the center and pinch gently

Step 4 – Brush and Bake

Mix the egg and water, then brush the tops of each pie for a shiny golden crust. Bake at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes until puffed and golden

Step 5 – Cool and Sprinkle

Let the pies cool for about 10 minutes before removing from the pan. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the tops using a sieve or your fingers

Make Them Your Way

You can easily customize these pies. Add chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the filling. Stir in a dash of vanilla or nutmeg. Top with a little cut-out dough shape like a heart or leaf before baking. You can even drizzle with caramel or maple glaze for a little extra magic

Make Ahead, Freeze, and Reheat Tips

To prep ahead, fill the muffin tin with unbaked pies and keep them in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Add a pinch of flour under the filling to avoid soggy bottoms
To freeze, build the pies, freeze them in the tin, then transfer to a bag once solid. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes
To reheat, use the oven at 350°F for about 6 minutes to keep the pastry crisp. The microwave will work too, but the crust might be softer

How to Serve Mini Apple Pies

These little pies are dreamy with a scoop of vanilla or butter pecan ice cream. You can drizzle them with maple syrup or add whipped cream. They also make a sweet afternoon snack with tea or cider

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