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Mini Apple Pies in Mason Jars. Things to bake and sell

Mini Apple Pies in Mason Jars

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Makes 6 mini pies

Ingredients

  • Pie dough for a double crust store-bought or homemade
  • 3 cups peeled diced apples
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into 6 small cubes
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and set 6 wide-mouth 4-ounce mason jars (lids and bands removed) on a baking sheet.
  • Toss the diced apples with 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a bowl.
  • Roll out the pie dough and cut circles to line the bottom and sides of each jar, pressing gently into place.
  • Fill the jars with the apple mixture and dot each with a small cube of butter.
  • Cut lattice strips or a small round lid of dough for the tops of each jar, crimping the edges against the jar rim.
  • Cut a steam vent in each top, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles visibly through the vent.
  • Cool jars completely on a wire rack for about 1 hour 30 minutes before handling the rims.
  • Wipe the jar rims clean and screw on the lids and bands only once the jars are fully cool.
  • Tie a ribbon or fabric circle under the band if selling, and label the flavor and date on the lid.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Good to Know

Bake these in plain heatproof glass jars, never cold jars straight into a hot oven; start them in a cool oven or let jars come to room temperature first to avoid a crack.