Mini Apple Tarts

Peel the apples and dice them into small cubes.

Dissolve the starch in a teacup of water.

Combine the apples, cinnamon, sugar, and the starch water in a skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.

Mix together the butter, egg, sugar, salt, flour, and baking powder to form a soft dough.

Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Pinch off a mandarin-sized piece of dough, mix in 2 tablespoons of flour, and rub between your hands to create a crumble.

Press the remaining dough evenly into greased muffin tins. You can use a glass or your hands to press it down.

Prick the bottom of each tart shell with a fork.

Spoon the apple filling into the prepared crusts.

Top each tart evenly with the reserved crumble.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) using the top-and-bottom heat setting for about 30 minutes.