If you’re looking for a dessert that combines taste and wellness, this healthy, light, no-sugar individual apple pie is the perfect solution.
Let me tell you how this recipe came about. Every now and then I find myself flipping through my daughter’s old issues of Mickey Mouse, and I came across the classic story of Grandma Duck preparing Apple Pie for her nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie.
Given the autumn day (sometimes I can’t believe it’s late May) and since I had some apples in the fridge, I thought of preparing the pie in an individual, no-sugar version: a perfect way to avoid overindulging in portions and have practical sweets to take to the park or the office.
This individual version of the apple pie is practical and perfect for breakfasts and snacks, especially if you’re following a balanced diet or need to limit sugar.
Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a great alternative to classic apple pies full of refined sugars.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s make this no-sugar, healthy and light individual apple pie together.
Oh wow, how delicious!
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 7
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Natural Ingredients: for a Healthy and Delicious Apple Pie
- 2 Golden apples (mine were very large)
- 1/4 oz butter (very very thin slice)
- 3 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 lemon juice (I used an untreated lemon to use the peel as well)
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (you can replace with a tablespoon of flour if you want)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 egg yolk (optional)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (rectangular but round is fine too)
Tools
To best make this no-sugar, healthy individual apple pie, you’ll only need a few practical and easily available kitchen tools: here’s what you need to achieve a perfect result, even if you’re a beginner.
- 1 Parchment paper
- 1 Baking pan
- 1 Container
- 1 Pastry cutter
- 1 Brush
- 1 Pan
Steps: How to Prepare the No-Sugar Individual Apple Pie Step by Step
To prepare these no-sugar individual apple tarts you only need a few genuine ingredients and a pinch of creativity to obtain a healthy and fragrant dessert, perfect for the whole family.
Try my version of the individual apple pie, light and perfect for any time of the day!
In a pan, place 1/4 oz of butter (a thin slice) and the apples (Golden or Renette are perfect), which you have peeled and sliced to about 1/4 inch thick and squeezed the juice of half a lemon over to prevent browning, and start mixing.
Add the cinnamon and blend everything together, adding a few tablespoons of water.
Add a tablespoon of flour (or half of cornstarch).
Cook until the apples are soft and let them cool.
Using a pastry cutter or a glass, cut out circles.
Fill each disc with the cooked apples, cut strips of dough, and create small lattices to form your tarts.
Brush the tarts with egg yolk (optional).
Bake in a preheated static oven at 356°F for about 10–15 minutes, until the tarts are golden.
Let them cool for a few minutes and enjoy them warm or cold.
🍏 Extra Tip:
Short on time or don’t want to turn on the oven? No problem: you can also cook your no-sugar individual apple pie in an air fryer, achieving a golden, crispy, and delicious result in just a few minutes.
In that case, arrange the tarts in the air fryer container and place them in the basket, leaving some space between each.
Cook at 320°F for 10 minutes, keeping an eye on the browning. Each model may vary slightly in time, so watch them closely in the last minutes.
If you notice they darken too much on top, you can cover the tarts with a piece of parchment paper.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I make the no-sugar individual apple pie with different apples?
Yes, you can use different varieties of apples like Golden, Fuji, or Renette, but keep in mind that the sweetness level may vary slightly.
What natural sweeteners can I use if I want a sweeter taste?
If you want a touch of extra sweetness, you can add honey or maple syrup, but always in moderation to keep the recipe healthy. Just keep in mind that both honey and maple syrup are sugars. If you want to enhance sweetness, use one or two tablespoons of sugar.
How to store no-sugar individual tarts?
They keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Can I freeze individual apple tarts?
Yes, you can freeze them once cooled and store them in food bags for 1-2 months. Reheat in the oven before consuming.
How many calories does a no-sugar individual tart have?
The calories vary based on the ingredients, but on average, a portion contains about 150-200 calories, ideal for a balanced snack.
