Hello lovelies,
If you’ve never tried a apple pie before then let this be the push you need into trying one… because let’s be honest, apple pies are blooming delicious and are the perfect desert for this time of year.
There’s something about apple pies which make me feel really homely and warm. It for-fills all your sweet craving needs and hits the spot beautifully.
Todays apple pies have a little twist to them which I think your going to love. Todays apples aren’t just spiced like your typical apple pie, these are in fact coated in caramel sauce also – sounds good, right?
I actually came across todays bake on Pinterest, it’s from a blog (https://bakeplaysmile.com/caramel-apple-pies/) which shares some absolutely amazing recipes so make sure you give their blog a read!
As you’ll see from the recipe below, I was really inspired by their apple pies. They are SO easy to make and I think anyone of any skill set would be able to give these a go.
So, let be the voice that convinces you to make these apple pies. The recipe is below;
Category: Sweet Treat / Desert
Serves: 12
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 Minutes
Overall Time: 50-60 Minutes
Ingredients You Need:
- 2 Rolls Of Ready-Rolled Shortcrust Pastry
- 5 Granny Smith Apples, Peeled & Chopped
- 55g Of Light Brown Sugar
- 60ml Of Water
- 60ml Of Caramel Sauce
- 2tsp Of Mixed Spice
- 1 Egg, Beaten
- Sprinkle Of Demerara Sugar
How To Make Apple Pies:
- Firstly, gather together your equipment and ingredients, lightly grease a muffin tin with butter and preheat the oven to 200C / 180C Fan / Gas Mark 6.
- Secondly, place the 5 chopped apples, 55g of light brown sugar and 60ml of water into a microwaveable bowl.
- Place the bowl into the microwave and on a high heat, microwave for 2 minutes, take out the microwave and stir, then place back in and continue to heat for 1 minute intervals until the apples have started to soften.
- Once your apples have softened, take out the microwave and drain any liquid from the apples.
- Place the apples into a medium sized bowl and mix the apples with the 60ml of caramel sauce and 2tsp of mixed spice and place the apple caramel mixture into the fridge.
- Whilst the mixture is in the fridge, get your shortcrust pastry out.
- Next, cut 6 circles from the shortcrust pastry out (TIP: make sure they’re large enough to cover the base and sides of the muffin tin. You don’t want the pastry to thick but you also don’t want it to thin either as it’ll rip as your adding to the muffin tin) then press the circles into the muffin tin.
- Now, get the apple caramel mixture out the fridge.
- Fill 3 quarters of the shortcrust pastry lined muffin holes with the apples.
- With the left over shortcrust pastry, cut small strips and place over the top of the pies in a criss-cross pattern.
- Press the pastry strips into the pastry base (TIP: allow for shrinkage).
- Brush the pastry with the beaten egg and sprinkle Demerara sugar over the top of the pies.
- Place the pies into the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden.
- Finally, once baked, take out the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
That’s your Mini Apple Pies prepared, baked and ready for you to enjoy!
How cute are these? They may be little but boy do they pack a punch!
If you couldn’t tell already, I’m obsessed with todays bake and I really do think you will be too. There’s nothing better than a warm apple pie in these dark gloomy days.
Let me know if you make these yourself and if you do, what your thoughts are on them.
Sending you all tons of love and hugs as always,
Elle xo
I never used to like Apple Pies, apart from the Mr Kipling ones, but these look delicious! I think I need to try them again to see if my taste has changed x
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Oh my days you cannot beat Mr Kipling apple pies, they are my absolute fav… well until I made these!;) these are honestly delicious. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Oooh these look delicious. I loveeee apple pies or any fruit pie really!
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You can’t beat a good fruit pie, can you? Honestly these apple pies are absolutely delicious! They’ve quickly become a fav of mine. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
These mini apple pies looks so cute! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
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They are so cute, aren’t they? Anything little always makes it more advertising haha. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
These look delicious! And are perfect for a winter treat as they’re so warming.
Tash x
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The best kind of treat for the cold, gloomy months ahead! These really are heart warming. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Ooh these look absolutely delicious! I’ve never tried an apple pie before but you’ve persuaded me to try these out. Thanks for sharing x
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Oooo you have to try a apple pie, they are absolutely delicious and may I just say, this apple pie recipe is just *chefs kiss* (not to toot my own horn haha). Thank you so much for commenting Xo
I love how mini and pretty they look! I would almost feel sorry destroying one just to eat it. I am sure they are delicious!
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They are so cute, aren’t they? Haha, don’t feel sorry for them, they are well worth every bite;) they really are delish. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
We love apple pie! This is a great recipe now added to my list of things to try.
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Apple pie is just the best, isn’t it? These are honestly delicious. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
I love apples and always have plenty in my house, I also love a tart apple pie!! This recipe sounds fab!
Rosie
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You honestly cannot beat a good apple desert: pies, tarts, cobblers – the lot! These are just delicious. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Ahh this is such a great idea and perfect for the colder weather! I will need to give these a try.
Sarah | http://www.aspoonfulofvanilla.co.uk
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These really are the perfect desert for these cold, gloomy months! These are just delicious. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
I love apple pies and making mini ones are perfect for those that enjoy pastry! Thanks for sharing Elle!
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These are just the perfect size too, they aren’t overly filling but they satisfy the craving! Thank you so much for commenting Xo
Mini apple pies with caramel sauce sound mouth watering and a real treat.
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Oh my god apples and caramel is a dream combo! These are honestly delicious. Thank you so much for commenting Xo
I absolutely love apple pies and I love even more that they’re so little! Super cute! Thanks for sharing the recipe 🙂
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You can’t beat apple pies when they are tiny. they are so cute, aren’t they? Thank you so much for commenting Xo