Instruction

• Need Lollipop sticks Instructions for crust Combine the flour, sugar, and salt to a food processor bowl
• Mix using the pulse setting
• Add butter and shortening and pulse about 10 -12 times until the texture is changed to small pebbles
• Add ¾ of the ice water and pulse a few more times until the dough takes the shape of a ball
• Add more water as needed
• Don't overmix
• Don't worry if the dough isn't completely blended
• You will use your rolling pin to finish creating the crust
• Place dough ball onto the counter and flatten into a flat disc
• Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight
• Instructions for pie filling Heat butter over medium heat, until just golden brown Add brown sugar, spices, salt and lemon juice
• Stir to combine ingredients Add diced apples and stir
• Allow apples to cook for about 5-7 minutes, over medium heat Remove from heat and let the apple mixture cool
• You can place apples in the refrigerator to speed up the process
• Mix egg and water for an egg wash
• Roll out pie dough to 1/8 inch thickness
• Cut out rounds of 2 ½ to 3 inches and place them on parchment paper
• You will need to roll out the extra dough left over scraps from cutting
• In half of the rounds, cut out shapes or holes for ventilation purposes On the other half of the rounds, gently press one lollipop stick about halfway up each round
• Place one tablespoon of apple mixture in the center of each round
• Place each round on top of apples seal the edges
• Brush each pie pop with egg wash and sprinkle sugar on top
• Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown
• Enjoy!