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Apple Pie Cookies

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Apple Pie Cookies are a handheld twist on classic apple pie—filled with spiced apple filling and wrapped in flaky pie crust. These easy mini pies are perfect for fall baking, holiday trays, or anytime you want a cozy dessert without slicing and serving. A fun, delicious bite-sized treat!

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 cookies
  • Category: Dessert, Fall Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 package pie crusts (store-bought or homemade, 2 crusts)
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch or flour
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Optional Toppings:
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling
  • Icing drizzle (1/2 cup powdered sugar + 1–2 tsp milk or apple cider)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch until apples are soft and mixture thickens. Cool slightly.
  3. Roll out pie crust and cut into circles using a cookie cutter or glass.
  4. Spoon a small amount of apple filling onto half of the crust circles.
  5. Top with remaining circles and press edges with a fork to seal.
  6. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  7. Cut a small slit on top of each cookie for steam to escape.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly, then drizzle with icing if desired.

Notes

  • Firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best.
  • Chill filled cookies before baking to prevent filling leakage.
  • Add a bit of caramel to the filling for extra flavor.
  • Swap pie crust for puff pastry for extra flakiness.
  • Use decorative cut-outs or lattice strips for a festive touch.

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