This quick and easy mini apple pie recipe uses just one apple to create a delicious single serving dessert. Perfect for satisfying cravings without the leftovers, it's bursting with classic apple pie flavor in a simple dessert for one.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: apple pie, mini apple pie, one apple, pie, small apple pie
Begin by placing your apple slices into a mixing bowl. Add sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of lemon juice to the apples. Give them a good mix, and then set this aside while you focus on the dough.
Make the crust
In a small bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Use a fork to blend in the butter. You're aiming for a consistency that's similar to damp sand.
Add the water and mix until it all comes together into a dough.
Turn this dough out onto your work surface, and shape it into a ball. Then, using a rolling pin or a large glass, roll the dough out until you've got a circle large enough to fit your baking dish. Pro Tip: To prevent the dough from sticking, lightly dust your work surface with flour. Also sprinkle some flour on top of your ball of dough.
Lightly butter your ramekin or tart dish. Fit the crust into the pan. Poke the bottom of the pie crust with a fork a few times.
Spoon the apples onto the crust, and dot the top with small bits of butter.
Bake for 20 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
Notes
Expert Tips
Temperature: Ensure your butter and ice water are really cold for a flaky crust.
Slicing: Cut the apple into thin slices or small chunks for quicker and even cooking.
Mixing: Don’t overmix the dough; it can make the crust tough.
Baking: Place a baking sheet under the tart pan to catch any spills.