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This mini apple pie is the perfect apple pie for one, made with just one apple for a quick and easy dessert. Bursting with the warm, spiced flavors of a classic apple pie, it’s a single serving treat that’s ready in no time. Ideal for when you’re craving something sweet and homemade without the fuss or leftovers.
This “Apple Pie For One” is made with just one apple. If you love single-apple recipes, be sure to check out our Apple Cobbler, Apple Crisp, Apple Dutch Baby, and Apple Galette!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfectly Portioned: This mini pie satisfies your apple pie craving without leaving you with leftovers. It’s just the right size!
- Easy to Make: With a few basic ingredients and simple steps, this recipe is quick and easy to make.
- Year-Round Dessert: Whether it’s peak apple season or you’re using apples from your pantry, this recipe works beautifully any time of year.
Check out our other Mini Pie Recipes for more wonderful small pie ideas!
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this individual apple pie recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Flour: All-purpose flour is the base of the crust, providing structure and stability.
- Sugar: Used in both the crust and the filling to add just the right amount of sweetness.
- Salt: Enhances the overall flavor of the crust and filling.
- Butter: Creates a flaky, tender crust when combined with the flour.
- Ice Water: Helps bind the dough together, making it easy to roll out.
- Apple: Use one small apple. Any variety you enjoy works well, but I often use Gala apples because they’re my favorite for snacking.
- Cinnamon: Adds a warm, spiced flavor to the apple filling.
- Lemon Juice: Balances the sweetness of the filling and keeps the apple from browning.
Crust Alternatives
If making a pie crust from scratch feels intimidating, try using a crushed graham cracker crust or a simple shortbread crust instead. You can also use a circle cut from a store-bought refrigerated pie crust for a quick and easy option.
How To Make A Mini Apple Pie
See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Prepare the Filling: Place the apple slices in a mixing bowl. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice, then mix well to coat the apples. Set aside while you prepare the dough.
- Make the Dough: In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Use a fork to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles damp sand. Gradually add a little ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Roll Out the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a ball. Roll it out into a circle large enough to fit your baking dish.
- Prepare the Crust: Lightly grease a 5-inch tart pan or a 10-ounce ramekin. Gently press the dough into the dish, trimming any excess. Prick the bottom of the crust a few times with a fork to prevent puffing during baking.
- Add the Filling: Spoon the apple mixture into the crust and dot the top with small pieces of butter.
- Bake: Place the pie in a preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Let the pie cool slightly before serving and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Keep Ingredients Cold: Use cold butter and ice water when making the crust. This is key to achieving a flaky texture.
- Slice the Apple Thinly: Thinly slice or chop the apple into small pieces to ensure even and faster cooking.
- Avoid Overmixing: Mix the dough just until it comes together. Overmixing can lead to a tough crust.
- Prevent Messes: Place a baking sheet under your tart pan or ramekin to catch any juices that may bubble over during baking.
Serving Suggestions
Take this single serve apple pie to the next level with these delicious accompaniments:
- Caramel Sauce: Drizzle warm caramel sauce over the pie for an extra layer of sweetness that pairs perfectly with the spiced apple filling.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: A scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream is a timeless addition, complementing the warm apple pie and buttery crust beautifully.
- Cinnamon Whipped Cream: Add a dollop of homemade whipped cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a light, spiced topping that enhances every bite.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Any apple variety you enjoy works well. Gala, Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Granny Smith are great options, each offering unique sweetness or tartness.
Absolutely! You can cut a circle from a store-bought refrigerated pie crust for a quicker option.
Yes, you can prepare the pie crust and apple filling separately up to a day ahead. Assemble and bake just before serving for the best results.
Definitely! A pinch of nutmeg or allspice can add more depth to the flavor.
If you happen to have leftovers, cover and store the pie in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat in the oven to maintain the crisp crust.
More Single Serving Pie Recipes
Looking for more delicious pie recipes for one? Here’s a curated list to satisfy your sweet tooth:
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this small apple pie recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Mini Apple Pie
Equipment
- 10-ounce ramekin or use a 5-inch tart pan
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1 medium apple -peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the crust
- 2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon sugar
- pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon salted butter -chilled, plus 1 additional tablespoon butter, chopped to dot on top of apples
- 1 teaspoon ice water
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the filling
- Place the apple slices in a mixing bowl. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice, then mix well to coat the apples. Set aside while you make the crust.
Make the pie crust
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Use a fork to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles damp sand.
- Add the water and mix until it all comes together into a dough.
- Add the ice water, a little at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, shape it into a ball, and roll it out into a circle large enough to fit your ramekin or tart dish.Pro Tip: To prevent sticking, dust your work surface and the top of the dough with a little flour before rolling it out.
- Lightly butter a 10-ounce ramekin or 5-inch tart pan. Gently press the dough into the pan, trimming any excess. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust a few times to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
- Spoon the prepared apple filling into the crust. Dot the top of the apples with small pieces of butter.
- Place the pie in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.Let the pie cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Keep Ingredients Cold: Use cold butter and ice water when making the crust. This is key to achieving a flaky texture.
- Slice the Apple Thinly: Thinly slice or chop the apple into small pieces to ensure even and faster cooking.
- Avoid Overmixing: Mix the dough just until it comes together. Overmixing can lead to a tough crust.
- Prevent Messes: Place a baking sheet under your tart pan or ramekin to catch any juices that may bubble over during baking.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I just baked this recipe and have to say I love it! Since I’m the only one in my family who enjoys eating apple pies, it’s perfect for me because I don’t have to bake a large pie and then watch it being wasted…
So thank you so much for this recipe because I have been craving to eat one and it came up 🙂
I’m so happy you liked the recipe, Rebeca! Thank you so much for letting me know!!
What a sweet little pie! I love the idea of individual pies….even for a crowd!
Thank you, Cathy. Smaller desserts can certainly make a simple dessert more fun.
I love this!! Single servings are just so fun!
Apple pie is my husband’s favorite – definitely have to try this ASAP!
Thanks, Melanie. I hope you do 🙂
A mini pie pan is a MUST, looking on amazon!!
I’ve only recently discovered them and I wonder why it took me so long. Thanks, Beth!
I love single serving desserts for late night cravings. I think I could eat a few of these all by myself though! 😉
I believe I certainly could too, Ashlyn 😉
I need these in my life ASAP!!! Looks amazing!
Thanks, Becky. Mini pies are so fun!
How great is this for portion control! I have to admit, I do not think I could help myself to only one piece 🙂 I bought small cake pans (4-inches) to start making mini cakes. It will save time, money, and not have me tempted to eat an entire 9-inch cake!
These are great for portion control and for when you want just a little something sweet. For those cooking for one person, it won’t leave them with a whole lot of leftovers. Thanks, Kacey!
Amazing! I’m in love with this! And I do believe that my “diet” will be suffering a bit, as I will likely want to make this and devour it a few times a week 😉
Thank you, Patricia.
Now this is your most dangerous recipe yet! 🙂