Description
Apple Hand Pies are a warm and comforting treat that perfectly combines the sweetness of cinnamon-spiced apples with a flaky puff pastry crust. These delightful hand-held pies are easy to make and are ideal for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy evenings at home. The golden, crisp exterior offers a satisfying crunch without the need for frying, making them a healthier dessert option. Customize the filling with your favorite apple varieties or add nuts and raisins for extra flavor. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature; they make fantastic snacks throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and finely diced
- 1 Dazzle apple, peeled and finely diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets, thawed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted for topping)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced Granny Smith and Dazzle apples. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cornstarch, and water. Cook until apples are tender but not mushy. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out each sheet of thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into squares or circles.
- Place a spoonful of apple filling on one half of each pastry piece. Fold over the other half and seal edges using a fork or by pinching.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water for the egg wash. Brush this mixture on top of each pie.
- Transfer filled pies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 14 minutes or until golden brown.
- Mix melted butter with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush this mixture over hot pastries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg