Tiny Fried Apple Pies

Name: Tiny Fried Apple Pies
Ingredients: 2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tablespoon minute tapioca; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon allspice; 1/8 teaspoon salt; Pie dough (store bought or homemade), chilled; 1 quart vegetable oil, for frying; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

By Teri Lyn Fisher and Jenny Park

January 22, 2013

Rectangular mini apple pies on an oval plate.

Tiny Fried Apple PiesTeri Lyn Fisher

Because their delicious apple filling is all sealed up—wrapped in dough like hand pies or campfire pies, but bite-size—these sweet little pies are perfect finger food. They transport easily, so you can take them to parties or potlucks. Or pack a few into your lunch for a sweet snack.

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