Introduction: Mini Lattice Apple Pie

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About: I enjoy crafting, photography, gardening and cooking. I am an avid cooking contester and I have won several national contests.

The Tiny Things Speed Challenge! Hmmmmm.......what to do! I thought about it for several days and I finally came up with an idea. I had some pie crusts in the refrigerator so maybe I could make a mini pie. Apple pie would be great! A lattice pie would be even better! I hoped it would come together and I was very happy with how it looked and tasted. And it was very fun to do too! Here is how I made my mini lattice apple pie!

Step 1: Mini Pie Ingredients

cooking spray

a small apple (I used a Gala apple)

pat of butter

1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar

1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

ready made pie crust

Step 2: Supplies

toaster oven

small frying pan

2-inch cutter

small serving plate (mine had this cute little bear on it)

1/8 teaspoon measure

small spoon

mini tart pan

sharp knife

baking mat or cutting board

Step 3: Spray It

Spray the mini tart pan with cooking spray.

Step 4: Cut the Crusts

Using the round cutter, cut out 2 circles from the crust.

Step 5: Flatten Them

Set the 2 crust circles on the baking mat or cutting board. Roll and flatten lightly using the rolling pin.

Step 6: Form the Crust

Gently press the crust into the mini tart pan.

Step 7: Cut Strips

Cut the other crust into thin strips which will form the lattice top crust. Cover with plastic wrap until ready to use.

Step 8: Bake It!

Place the bottom crust-filled mini tart pan in a preheated 350 degree F. toaster oven. Bake it for about 5 minutes. The crust is done enough when it turns light golden brown. Remove from toaster oven.

Step 9: Cut the Apple

Cut the side off of the apple, then cut off the peel.

Step 10: Dice It!

Cut the apple into thin slices. Turn the apple slices and dice into small pieces.

Step 11: Cook the Apples

Add the butter to the small frying pan over medium heat. Add the diced apples.

Step 12: Continue Cooking

Combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the apples in the pan. Cook and stir until the apples soften, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 13: Into the Crust

Spoon the cooked apples into the crust. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 14: Form the Lattice

Use strips of crust to form the lattice top. I used 4 across the top. To form the lattice, place a strip of crust in the opposite direction. Tuck under every other strip. Repeat with 2 or 3 more strips of crust. Cut off any pieces that hang off of the edge.

Step 15: Bake Again

Place the pie in the 350 degree F. toaster oven. Bake for about 6 minutes, or until the lattice top is lightly browned.

Remove from the toaster oven and cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes.

Step 16: Remove From Pan

Carefully remove the pie from the mini tart pan.

Step 17: Ready to Serve!

I was really happy with how my little pie came out. Here it is ready to serve!

Step 18: Enjoy!

My mini apple pie was just as flavorful as a full size pie! It would be fun to serve these at an appetizer party, or for a group of kids just spending the night!

I hope you enjoyed seeing how to make a little baked lattice apple pie! It was a really fun project to do! Let me know if you try making these too!!!!