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    5 Ingredient Mini Apple Pie Tarts

    Published: Nov 30, 2025 · Modified: May 11, 2026 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    These easy 5 ingredient mini apple pie tarts are quick to make with canned pie filling and frozen tart shells! Their warm spices and flaky pie tart shells make them a delicious fall treat and a great Thanksgiving dessert!

    Mini apple pie tarts topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle on a piece of crinkly brown parchment paper.
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    Save time with this apple tarts recipe! The canned pie filling and store-bought tart shells make this recipe come together quickly (no peeling apples necessary and no homemade crust to be made!)

    If you love apple pie, then you're going to love these bite-sized versions! They're so yummy and even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce!

    Ingredients

    • Frozen tart shells (this recipe uses tart shells that are 3 inches)
    • Canned apple pie filling
    • Cinnamon
    • Nutmeg
    • Vanilla extract

    See the recipe card below for the ingredient measurements. 

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1 - Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350° F and line two baking sheets with 12 tart shells each.

    Step 2 - Mix: To a mixing bowl, add the chopped apple pie filling, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract and stir until combined.

    Bowl with chopped pie filling, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla in it.
    Chopped pie filling, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla mixed in the bowl.

    Step 3 - Bake: Fill the tart shells with one heaping tablespoon of the pie filling each and bake for 20-22 minutes, until the tart shells are slightly golden.

    Frozen tart shells filled with the apple pie filling on a baking sheet.
    Baked apple pie tarts on a baking sheet.

    Storage

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. They can also be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Mini apple pie tarts on a piece of crinkly brown parchment paper.

    Related Recipes

    If you love apple pie, then you should try my other easy apple pie recipes like this puff pastry apple pie, apple pie with canned apple pie filling, and pecan apple pie.

    If you're looking for more canned apple pie filling recipes, then you should also check out my apple pie bars, 3 ingredient apple spice muffins, granola apple crisp, apple spice cake with cake mix, apple crisp with canned apples, and apple cobbler with cake mix too!

    Some other easy apple desserts you may like are these apple cheesecake bars and this apple crisp with oats!

    Looking for more tarts to make? Try these easy pecan butter tarts, simple blueberry pie tarts, mini cherry pie tarts, peach tarts, mini pumpkin pie tarts, and blueberry cream cheese tarts.

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    Mini apple pie tarts topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle on a piece of crinkly brown parchment paper.

    5 Ingredient Mini Apple Pie Tarts


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    • Author: Andrea
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 24
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Description

    These 5 ingredient mini apple pie tarts are a delicious 2-bite dessert for fall and Thanksgiving!


    Ingredients

    • Frozen tart shells: 24
    • Canned apple pie filling, chopped/diced: one 21 oz can
    • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
    • Nutmeg: ½ teaspoon
    • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon


    Instructions

    1. Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350° F and line two baking sheets with 12 tart shells each.

    2. Mix: To a mixing bowl, add the chopped apple pie filling, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract and stir until combined.
    3. Bake: Fill the tart shells with one heaping tablespoon of the pie filling each and bake for 20-22 minutes, until the tart shells are slightly golden.

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    Notes

    Chop the canned pie filling (you can just dump it right onto a cutting board to chop). This will ensure the apples are diced small and easy to eat. 

    These tarts are best served warm, and pair well with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and or caramel sauce!

    Nutrition facts are for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for any errors. We have tested the recipe for accuracy, but your results may vary. Please note that this is not medical or nutrition advice. Seek advice from a licensed professional if you need advice. We are not liable for any damages caused by your use of this content.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: dessert, tarts
    • Method: bake
    • Cuisine: american

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