Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Apple Hand Pies, where flaky pastry meets sweet spiced apples. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, these hand pies are not just a treat; they encapsulate warmth and nostalgia in every bite. With a golden crust and a mouthwatering filling, they are sure to impress at any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Toss sliced apples with sugars and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter.
- Assemble Pies: Place apple filling on one half of each circle, fold over, and seal edges with a fork.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie (85g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 37mg