Apple crisp bites are a delightful twist on the classic apple crisp dessert, usually served in individual or bite-sized portions. Here's a simple recipe to make them:
6. **Cool and Serve**: Allow the apple crisp bites to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, you can serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Enjoy these delicious apple crisp bites as a snack, dessert, or even a sweet breakfast treat! Adjust the sweetness and spices to your liking for a personalized twist.
Delight in these Apple Crisp Bites, each a perfect blend of tender apples infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, nestled in a buttery puff pastry cup and topped with a crispy oat and brown sugar topping. These bite-sized treats are ideal for any occasion, bringing together the comforting flavors of apple crisp in a convenient handheld form. Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra touch of indulgence. 
Ingredients:
the Apple Filling:
- 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
the Crisp Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
For the Base:
- 1 package (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- Optional: Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Apple Filling
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine chopped apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cornstarch. Stir until apples are well coated. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Crisp Topping In a separate bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Puff Pastry On a lightly floured surface, unfold thawed puff pastry sheets and roll each sheet into a 12-inch square. Cut each sheet into 12 equal squares, giving you a total of 24 squares.
Gently press each square into the cups of a mini muffin tin, forming little pastry cups.
Step 4: Assemble the Apple Crisp Bites Spoon about 1 tablespoon of apple filling into each pastry cup. Sprinkle a generous amount of the crisp topping over each filled cup.
Step 5: Bake Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the topping is crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Serve Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired before serving.
Enjoy these delightful Apple Crisp Bites, perfect for sharing or indulging on your own!