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Home-Baked Apple Hand Pies: A Simple Comfort Recipe

Classic Golden Apple Hand Pies

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  • Author: SERAPHINA
  • Prep Time: 45
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Total Time: 70
  • Yield: 12 hand pies 1x
  • Category: desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These delightful apple hand pies are the ultimate expression of kitchen warmth, offering a golden, flaky crust filled with the spiced, comforting sweetness of autumn-inspired apples. Capturing the magic of a traditional pie in a portable, individual serving, they are perfect for a cozy snack, a lunchbox surprise, or a quick dessert. Each pie is carefully crafted for a perfect ratio of crisp pastry to tender fruit, providing a nostalgic taste that feels like a hug in every bite.


Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons ice water
3 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced small
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 egg, whisked (for egg wash)


Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together into a cohesive disk.
Wrap the dough in plastic and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the filling by combining the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat, cooking until apples are slightly tender (about 5-8 minutes), then let cool completely.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into rounds using a 4-inch cookie cutter.
Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each round, fold the dough over to create a half-moon, and crimp the edges tightly with a fork.
Brush the tops with the egg wash and cut tiny steam vents on each pie.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack before serving.


Notes

Ensure the butter remains very cold throughout the process to guarantee a flaky crust. You can substitute Granny Smith apples with Honeycrisp or Gala for a sweeter flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or reheat in a toaster oven for the best texture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hand pie
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg