Apple Pie Pops

These Apple Pie Pops are a bite-sized twist on a classic dessert!

When it comes to making pie, I'll be the first to admit that it's not my strong suit. Pie in miniature form, however, is actually easy-peasy!! These adorable Apple Pie Pops are made with with a delectable apple pie filling enveloped in a flaky pie crust, and baked on a stick. Pie (in general) is a popular dessert around the holidays, and these Apple Pie Pops are something you can definitely make with confidence to serve at your next holiday party! They are the perfect size to serve to guests on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even the 4th of July, and look adorable all packaged up to share as a sweet gift!

To make these delightful bites of scrumptious apple pie, you will need a few simple ingredients: apple, pie crust dough (packaged or handmade), butter, and a variety of apple pie spices. You will also need a cookie cutter and popsicle or lollipop sticks.

First, prepare the apple pie filling*. Core a Granny Smith** apple and remove the skin with a peeler or paring knife. Cut the apple into pieces, and toss them in a bowl with the sugars and lemon juice.

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the apple mixture to the pan and cook for about 12-15 minutes, or until the apples have softened. Add in the flour and cinnamon and stir over the heat until the the mixture thickens into a syrupy consistency. Let the mixture cool completely.

*An alternative option is to use canned apple pie filling. Don't like apples? I have great news. You could actually substitute ANY pie filling you'd like!!

**There are a variety of apples you can use for this recipe! Some of the best apples for baking are Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, Golden Delicious, and Gala.

Roll one piece of refrigerated pie crust dough out on a floured pastry mat until it is about 1/8" thick. Use a 2" circle cookie cutter* to cut a total of 24 circles out of the dough. You will need to re-roll the "scraps" of dough and cut again to get all of the pieces that you need.

*The pie pops don't necessarily have to be a circle shape. Get creative by using a scalloped cutter, or try different kinds of shapes!

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange 6 of the pie dough circles on the sheet, and then press a wood popsicle stick (or lollipop stick) halfway into the dough, so that the end of the stick is in the center of each circle.

Use a small scoop to add the apple pie filling to the center of the dough, on top of the stick. Try your best to keep the filling away from the edges.

Center a second circle of pie crust dough on top of each pop, covering the filling. Crimp around the entire edge of each pop with a fork. Any space left un-crimped will make the apple pie filling leak out.

In a small bowl, mix up one egg white and brush some over each pop. In a separate bowl, combine cinnamon and granulated sugar. Sprinkle this mixture on top of each of the egg-washed pie pops.

Next, use a sharp knife to cut some small slits in the dough. This is a small, but very important step because this gives the hot air from the pie filling a way to be released. If you don't make any cuts, the air can make the pops come apart at the seams and the filling will leak out.

Bake the apple pie pops until they are golden brown. Melt some butter and brush a little over each pop.

The pops can be served while still warm, or you can let them cool completely. If you want to prepare them ahead of time but want them served warm, you can re-heat them in an oven for a few minutes.

Apple Pie Pops

Serving: 12 Pops

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients:

1 package of refrigerated pie crust dough

1 egg white

1 tablespoon butter, melted

Apple Pie Filling

1 granny smith apple, peeled, and cored

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ tablespoon flour

1 tablespoon butter

Cinnamon Sugar Mix

1 tablespoon of white sugar

1 teaspoon of cinnamon

Directions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375º.
2. Prepare apple filling: Peel, core, and slice apple into small pieces. Toss the apple in a bowl with the sugars and lemon juice.
3. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the apple mixture and cook for about 12-15 minutes, or until the apple pieces have softened. Add flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg and stir over medium-low heat until the the mixture thickens into a syrup consistency. Set the mixture aside to cool completely.
4. Unroll the refrigerated pie dough on a floured surface. Roll the dough to about ⅛ inch thick.
5. Use a 2" cookie cutter to cut 24 circles from the dough. If necessary, re-roll the dough and cut again and again until you have enough pieces.
6. Lay 6 pieces of dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Press a popsicle stick about halfway into each piece of dough.
8. Scoop a small amount of apple mixture into the center of each piece of dough.
9. Place a second piece of cut out pie dough over the apple filling.
10. Crimp the edges of the apple pie pops with a fork.
11. Brush the pops lightly with the egg white wash and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
12. Make 4 slits in the pie dough.
13. Bake the apple pie pops for 15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
14. Remove the pops from the oven and immediately brush with melted butter.

Storage: Keep apple pie pops stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container or covered tightly with plastic wrap for up to 4 days.

Not only are these Apple Pie Pops a delicious single-serving dessert, but they can be packaged up in a little treat bag with a bow to make a sweet gift to share during the holiday season. If you decide to give this recipe a try, I'd love to hear all about it! Please share your creations on Instagram, Facebook, or leave a comment/photo on the project pin on Pinterest!

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