High Protein Mini Apple Pies
Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of **High Protein Mini Apple Pies**, a wholesome twist on the classic dessert that’s perfect for snacks or satisfying post-workout cravings. These pocket-sized delights feature a hearty crust made from whole wheat and almond flour, enriched with vanilla protein powder to pack a nutritional punch. Filled with a naturally sweet combination of diced apples, honey, and chia seeds, these mini pies deliver the perfect balance of flavor and texture, all while being lower in refined sugar. The pies are brushed with egg wash for a golden, bakery-style finish and come together quickly with just 30 minutes of prep. Whether served warm or room temperature, they’re an ideal option for health-conscious dessert lovers, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys a healthy twist on comfort food classics.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 3 pieces Medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 unit Egg, beaten
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, almond flour, vanilla protein powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
Add the cubed butter to the flour mixture and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the unsweetened applesauce and water, mixing until the dough comes together. If too dry, add an extra tablespoon of water.
Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter, large enough to fit into the muffin tin cups.
Carefully press the dough rounds into the muffin tin cups, making sure they are evenly spread.
In another bowl, combine the diced apples, honey, and chia seeds. Mix until the apples are well coated.
Divide the apple mixture evenly among the dough-lined cups.
Cut out smaller circles from the remaining dough and place them on top of each pie, crimping the edges to seal. Cut a small slit in the top to allow steam to escape.
Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Allow the mini pies to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.8 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.2 g | 331% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 473 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 997 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.6 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.2 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.9 g | ||
| Protein | 88.9 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 795 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1684 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
