I hate pie.

I know, I catch grief from everyone on this. I just do not care for pie, in any form. SO my alternative to baking a pie (which I have been asked to do this year) is making these DELICIOUS apple crisp mini cakes.

Looking for a cozy fall dessert that’s easy to share? These Mini Apple Crisp Bites are perfect for any gathering or a sweet treat at home! 🍂 Here’s how you can make them:

Ingredients:

• 3 large McIntosh apples – peeled, cored, and chopped

• ¼ cup water

• 2 tablespoons white sugar

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 cups rolled oats

• 1 ½ cups brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

• 1 ½ cups butter

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease four 12-cup mini muffin tins.

2. In a saucepan, combine apples, water, white sugar, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Simmer over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until partially cooked, then remove from heat.

3. In a large bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cut butter into the mixture until crumbly.

4. Press a heaping tablespoon of the crust mixture into each mini muffin cup, covering the bottom and sides.

5. Add 2 teaspoons of apple filling into each cup and sprinkle remaining crust mixture on top.

6. Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.

7. Let cool, serve, and enjoy!

Not only are these little bites delicious, but they also fill your kitchen with the warm, comforting scent of cinnamon and apples. Perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy night in!