Ingredients
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To kick off your Apple Hand Pies adventure, gather these ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 3 medium-sized apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
These ingredients come together to create a deliciously crispy and sweet hand pie. If you wish to experiment, feel free to swap in your favorite fruits!
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl; mix in chilled butter until crumbly.
- Add cold water gradually until dough forms; wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Mix diced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice for filling.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick; cut into circles.
- Fill half of each circle with apple filling, fold over, and seal edges with a fork; brush with beaten egg.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Chill dough for optimal flakiness.
- Experiment with different fruits for the filling.
- Serve warm for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian