Apple Pie Bites

Bringing dessert to parties and gatherings just got a whole lot easier! These scrumptious apple pie bites pack all the sweet, spiced and tender fruity goodness of traditional apple pie into flaky, handheld treats. They come together faster than a full pie, yet still have all the cozy flavor. No slicing or portioning is required—just set these mini pie bites out and watch them disappear.

Apple Pie Bites Ingredients

• Sugar
• Cinnamon
• Refrigerated pie crust
• Butter
• Apples
• Caramel sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1: Ready the crust

Preheat the oven to 425ºF. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together, reserving one tablespoon of the mixture.

Unroll the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Roll them out and trim each one into an 8-inch square.

Brush the crusts with two tablespoons of melted butter and sprinkle them with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Cut each square into eight 1-inch strips.

Step 2: Wrap the apples

Peel and cut each apple into eight wedges.

Wrap one strip of pastry around each wedge, placing the sugared side of the pastry against the apple.

Step 3: Bake the bites

Place the wrapped apple pie bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining melted butter.

Sprinkle them with the reserved cinnamon-sugar mixture. Bake them for 13 to 15 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. Serve them warm, with caramel sauce if desired.

Editor’s Tip: You can either drizzle the caramel sauce or serve it on the side.

How to Store Apple Pie Bites

Leftover pie bites can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for one to two days, or in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be frozen for three to four months, just like regular apple pie. When ready to eat, the apple pie bites can be enjoyed at room temperature, cold, or reheated in a 350º oven for about five minutes or until they’re heated through.

You can also begin prepping these the night before by cutting the apple slices and tossing them in a lemon-lime soda before storing them in the fridge. However, save the pie dough steps for the day of.

Apple Pie Bites Tips

Should the apples be peeled when making apple pie bites?

When making apple pie bites, it’s not necessary to peel the fruit unless you don’t like the peel. If you would rather bake peeled slices, use whichever type of apple peeler you like, whether it’s a swivel, crank or Y-peeler.

How can you make apple pie bites your own?

Make these bites your own by using your favorite type of apples for apple pie. Consider topping each one with chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts) before baking them to add some extra crunch.

Can I make apple pie bites gluten-free?

Make these apple pie bites gluten-free by using a gluten-free pie crust. As gluten sensitivity is becoming more recognized, there are many store-bought pie crusts on the market today that you would never guess are gluten-free. If you have trouble locating one, you can always make your crust from scratch with our easy gluten-free pie crust recipe.

Can I cook apple pie bites in the air fryer?

Yes, the air fryer is a great option for crisping up these mini apple pie bites. Preheat your air fryer to 350º and arrange the wrapped bites in a single layer in the basket. Cook the bites for 8 to 10 minutes or until they’re golden and crisp. Cooking times may vary with different models, so it’s best to keep an eye on them.

What else can I serve with apple pie bites?

In addition to caramel sauce, these apple pie bites pair wonderfully with creamy vanilla ice cream to emulate the classic dessert of apple pie a la mode. To boost the sweetness and fragrant spices in the pie bites, drizzle some homemade creamy cinnamon syrup over them. No matter how you choose to dress them up—or not—you can’t miss with this apple dessert.