Apple Hand Pies
Apple Hand Pies are a delightful blend of simplicity and flavor, perfect for any occasion. These charming pastries feature a flaky crust enveloping a sweet and spiced apple filling that evokes warm memories of home. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting dessert, they offer versatility in both serving and presentation. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these irresistible treats. Serve them warm with ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce to elevate their appeal. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, Apple Hand Pies are sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium/large apples (Granny Smith & Macoun)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4–1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Homemade pie crust or biscuit dough
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and slicing them. Toss in a bowl with brown sugar, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Roll out your homemade dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into circles.
- Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in each circle, fold over to form half-moon shapes, and seal edges with fingers or a fork.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat; fry hand pies for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with optional powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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