Description
Mini Mason Jar Apple Pies are a charming twist on the classic apple pie, perfectly encapsulating the flavors of caramel and spiced apples in an adorable, portable format. These delightful desserts are incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no baking and minimal cooking. Ideal for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings—each individual serving is perfect for sharing or gifting. With a creamy layer of whipped cream cheese, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and sweet caramel drizzle, these mini pies are sure to impress your guests and bring smiles to everyone’s faces. Enjoy the comforting taste of fall all year round with this fun and simple recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups diced apples
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 1–2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 6 oz. cream cheese light
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup caramel topping (or more)
Instructions
- Prepare the caramel sauce, either store-bought or homemade.
- In a saucepan, combine diced apples, butter, water, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cook over medium heat until softened (about 5-6 minutes). Allow to cool.
- Crush graham crackers in a food processor; mix with sugar and melted butter. Press into the bottom of mason jars.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Fold in whipped cream.
- Layer the cream cheese mixture over the crust in each jar, followed by cooled apples and caramel drizzle.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (150g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg