Mini Apple Pies

AuthorWest Coast Chef Culinary TeamCategory,

When I was a kid, I used to go to McDonalds and get 2 apple pies for $1. I don't know why I decided to share that. But these air fryer apple pies are delicious. Crispy, cinnamon-y, and delicious.

Prep Time35 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time45 mins
 1 medium apple, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
 2 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
 1 tbsp unsalted butter
 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  tsp ground nutmeg
  tsp ground allspice
 1 sheet pre-made pie dough
 1 egg, beaten
 1 tsp milk
1

Combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice together in a medium saucepan or skillet over low-medium heat. Bring to a simmer.

2

Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

3

Allow the apples to cool, uncovered at room temperature, for 30 minutes.

4

Cut the pie dough into 5-inch circles.

5

Add the filling to the center of each pie crust circle and use your finger to apply water to the outer ends. Some filling will be left over.

6

Crimp the pie shut and cut a small slit on the top.

7

Set air fryer to 350°F | 177°C for 10 minutes to start the preheating cycle.

8

Mix together the egg and milk to make an egg wash and brush the tops of each pie.

9

Place the pies into the preheated air fryer and cook at 350°F | 177°C for 10 minutes, until pies are golden brown.

Ingredients

 1 medium apple, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
 2 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
 1 tbsp unsalted butter
 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  tsp ground nutmeg
  tsp ground allspice
 1 sheet pre-made pie dough
 1 egg, beaten
 1 tsp milk

Directions

1

Combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice together in a medium saucepan or skillet over low-medium heat. Bring to a simmer.

2

Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

3

Allow the apples to cool, uncovered at room temperature, for 30 minutes.

4

Cut the pie dough into 5-inch circles.

5

Add the filling to the center of each pie crust circle and use your finger to apply water to the outer ends. Some filling will be left over.

6

Crimp the pie shut and cut a small slit on the top.

7

Set air fryer to 350°F | 177°C for 10 minutes to start the preheating cycle.

8

Mix together the egg and milk to make an egg wash and brush the tops of each pie.

9

Place the pies into the preheated air fryer and cook at 350°F | 177°C for 10 minutes, until pies are golden brown.

Notes

Mini Apple Pies
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