BITE-SIZE APPLE PIES

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Apple pie in a bite-sized form ... delicious! I highly suggest making the homemade apple pie spice. The combination of flavors is great. The cardamom has a strong, spicy flavor that works well with the cinnamon and nutmeg. The pies on their own are delicious with the crunchy gingerbread cookie crust. But drizzle the caramel sauce...

Provided by Melanie Campbell

Categories     Pies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 21

HOMEMADE APPLE PIE SPICE
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp allspice
1 dash(es) cardamom (optional)
BITE-SIZE APPLE PIES
2 c gingersnaps crumbs
8 Tbsp melted butter
4 c apples
1/4 c brown sugar
1/3 c sugar
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp apple pie spice
1 tsp salt
2 1/4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
EASY CARAMEL SAUCE
1 c brown sugar
1/2 c half and half
4 Tbsp butter
pinch salt
1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. To make apple pie spice, place all ingredients in a small, resealable container and mix together. Use as directed in recipes that call for apple pie spice. Store in a dry place for up to 6 months.
  • 2. For the apple pies, in a bowl mix gingersnap crumbs and butter until well combined. With a spoon or melon ball scoop, place mixture into a muffin cup pan and press crust to fit inside. Bake at 350 for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Dice apples to make 4 cups. Place into a food processor and slowly pulse to make apple bits. Place in another bowl and combine brown sugar, sugar, apple pie spice, salt, and flour. Stir.
  • 4. Place apples in a saucepan and cook down over medium heat.
  • 5. Take the cooked apples and spoon into crust. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes. Let cool and then drizzle caramel on top.
  • 6. Caramel Sauce: Mix the brown sugar, half and half, butter and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook while whisking gently for 5 to 7 minutes until it gets thicker. Add the vanilla and cook another minute to thicken further. Turn off the heat, cool slightly and pour the sauce into a jar. Refrigerate until cold.

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