Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 cup crushed pretzels
- 1 egg, beaten
- Coarse sugar for sprinkling
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- 2-inch round cookie cutter
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Add cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. In a medium bowl, mix together diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice.
5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Use a 2-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles.
6. Place a teaspoon of the apple mixture in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
7. Dip each pie bite in the beaten egg and then coat with crushed pretzels. Place the pie bites on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Sprinkle the coarse sugar over the top of each pie bite.
9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Let the pie bites cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
Makes 24 pie bites
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 118
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 84mg
Sugar: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter.
- You can use any type of apple you like.
- You can use regular sugar instead of brown sugar.
- You can use graham cracker crumbs instead of pretzels.
Variations:
- You can add chopped walnuts or pecans to the apple mixture.
- You can add a tablespoon of caramel sauce to the apple mixture.
- You can add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the apple mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is cold when you mix it with the flour to get a flaky crust.
- Don't overfill the pie bites or they will burst open during baking.
- You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days.
- You can freeze the unbaked pie bites for up to 3 months.
Storage instructions:
Store the pie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pie bites in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the pie bites on a platter and dust with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Top each pie bite with a dollop of whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve the pie bites with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the pie bites with a side of fresh fruit salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it comes together.
- If the pie bites burst open during baking, make sure you don't overfill them.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the apples are cooked through before serving to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
Food history:
Pretzel crusts have been used in savory dishes for years, but this sweet version is a modern twist on a classic dessert.
Flavor profiles:
The combination of sweet apples and salty pretzels creates a perfect balance of flavors.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pie bites as a dessert at a party or as a sweet snack.
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