Mini Apple Pie

This mini pie is perfect for a small gathering. The lattice keeps the filling glossy and golden.

Ingredients

Crust

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp fine salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 3 to 4 tbsp ice water

Filling

• 2 cups peeled, diced apples
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Steps

1. Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter to pea-sized crumbs.
2. Add ice water until the dough just comes together. Chill 30 minutes.
3. Toss apples with sugars, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
4. Roll dough, line a 6-inch pan, fill, and add lattice strips.
5. Bake at 375F for 30 to 35 minutes until golden.

Notes

• Chill the crust before baking for clean edges.
• Swap apples for pear for a softer filling.