This single-serving apple pie in a jar is an almost no-bake pie recipe that is a great dessert recipe for parties and perfect as a thoughtful food gift during the holidays.

apple pie in a jar on a table with apples and cinnamon


 

We first made these delicious little pies-in-a-jar years ago for a friend’s baby shower. Back then we actually baked the pies in a jar but while they were delicious, it was kind of a pain.

This updated recipe uses two simple ingredients and takes the pie baking out of the equation. Instead, you crumble up a golden brown pie crust and create layers of filling and crust to make a sweet treat that is perfect as a single-serving dessert!

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A box of pie crusts and a can of apple pie filling to make apple pie in a jar

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Unbaked pie crust – We kept it simple with refrigerated pie dough from the grocery store. This is the kind of dough that is already rolled out but NOT in a pie tin. Of course you can also use your favorite homemade pie crust recipe if you prefer.
  • Apple pie filling – We used our easy apple pie filling because it really is delicious but you can also use canned apple pie filling.
  • Containers – You’ll also need jars. We recommend wide-mouth 8 ounce mason jars but if you are freezing your little pies, you might want to consider using a plastic container to eliminate any concerns about the glass jar withstanding the cold.

The great thing about this recipe is that can be adapted into all sorts of pie fillings, blueberry, cherry (like we use for our cherry turnovers and cherry danish), and pecan pie filling are a few of our favorites.

apple pie in a jar on a table.

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare oven. If you are using a boxed, refrigerated pie dough use the instructions for temperature and cook time for a blind-baked crust. If you are using a recipe to make your own dough use the temperature and time indicated in the recipe for blind baking.

Step 2 – Prepare dough. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the rolled-out pie crust dough on it. Lightly prick the surface of the dough with a fork. 

Step 3 – Bake. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for the time indicated for blind baking pie crust on the package or in your recipe. The crust should be lightly browned and cooked through when finished. 

Step 4 – Cool. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. 

Step 5 – Crumble. Crumble the cooked pie crust into small pieces. 

Step 6 – Layer. Fill each mason jar with approximately 1 ounce of pie crust crumble and then top with 6 ounces of apple pie filling. Top with approximately 1 ounce of pie crust crumble. 

Step 7 – Store. Tightly fasten the lid of each mason jaw in place and decorate the jars as desired. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

apple pie in a jar on a table with apples and cinnamon

How to Serve It

Hot or Cold

You can serve your apple pie in a jar cold or at room temperature OR you can remove the lid and place the jar in the microwave and heat for 30 seconds at a time until the pie filling is warmed through.

A Little Something Extra

You can spoon your pie into a bowl with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or serve it with some whipped cream and/or caramel on top.

apple pie in a jar with cinnamon and apples.

Decorating the Jar

You can screw the lid on your pies and put them in the refrigerator and they will be absolutely delicious when you’re ready to serve them but if you’re making these as a gift or for a party you might want to decorate the jars a bit.

  • We suggest tying a ribbon around the jar lid to spruce it up. Add a few dots of hot glue before placing your ribbon on the lid and that will ensure it is held in place. Alternatively, you can tie the ribbon around the middle of the jar.
  • You can also place a plastic spoon on the side of the jar and use a piece of twine tied around the jar to hold it in place.
  • We’ve also created these pretty little tags that say “Apple Pie” that you can tie to the ribbon or glue to the top of the lid to indicate what’s inside. Simply click on “Download apple pie tags” below to download the file and then print.

How to Store It

You can store these mini pies in the refrigerator or freezer.

Refrigerator – Tightly fasten the lid in place and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. When you’re ready to enjoy your pie you can eat it cold or warm it in the microwave (30 seconds at a time until heated through).

Freezer – You can freeze apple pies in a jar. We recommend putting them in a plastic container if you’ll be freezing them OR make sure the glass jars you use are safe to be frozen. Before serving remove them from the freezer and let thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. When you’re ready to enjoy your pie you can eat it cold or warm it in the microwave (30 seconds at a time until heated through).

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Servings: 4
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

Apple Pie in a Jar

This single-serving apple pie in a jar is an almost no-bake pie recipe that is a great dessert recipe for parties and perfect as a thoughtful food gift during the holidays.
apple pie in a jar on a table with apples and cinnamon
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5 from 4 votes

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces Apple Pie Filling
  • 1 Unbaked Pie Crust

Instructions

  • Preheat oven. If you are using a boxed, refrigerated pie dough use the instructions for temperature and cook time for a blind-baked crust. If you are using a recipe to make your own dough use the temperature and time indicated in the recipe for blind baking.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the rolled-out pie crust dough on it. Lightly prick the surface of the dough with a fork.
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for the time indicated for blind baking pie crust on the package or in your recipe. The crust should be lightly browned and cooked through when finished.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  • Crumble the cooked pie crust into small pieces.
  • Fill each 8 ounce mason jar with approximately 1 ounce of pie crust crumble and then top with 6 ounces of apple pie filling. Top with approximately 1 ounce of pie crust crumble.
  • Tightly fasten the lid of each mason jaw in place and decorate the jars as desired.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jar, Calories: 485kcal, Carbohydrates: 85g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 12mg, Sodium: 219mg, Potassium: 232mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 57g, Vitamin A: 221IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition Disclaimer: We are not certified nutritionists. Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. They are generated by an online API which recognizes ingredient names and amounts and makes calculations based on the serving size. Results may vary.
Author: Kat Jeter & Melinda Caldwell
Course: Dessert
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