Description
Apple Hand Pies are the quintessential comfort food, enveloping warm, spiced apples in a flaky pastry crust. These delightful treats evoke nostalgia and warmth, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy evening at home. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or served with a scoop of ice cream, these hand pies promise to tantalize your taste buds and fill your heart with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 package (14 oz) store-bought pie crusts
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, toss chopped apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
- Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface and cut into circles (5 inches in diameter).
- Place a spoonful of apple filling in the center of each circle. Fold and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg