Description

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Mini Apple Hand Pies, the perfect handheld dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With a flaky crust enveloping a luscious filling of tender apples, spiced just right with cinnamon and lemon juice, these delightful treats are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply looking for a sweet escape, these mini pastries promise to bring smiles to faces young and old. Bake a batch in under an hour and enjoy the nostalgia of home-baked goodness that’s perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!

Ingredients

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1 box store-bought pie dough (2 sheets)
2 tbsp unsalted butter (or plant-based)
2 1/2 cups finely chopped Fuji or Honeycrisp apples
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
1 large egg (for egg wash)
1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice; cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
Stir in cornstarch-water mixture until thickened; remove from heat and let cool.
Roll out pie dough on a floured surface; cut into apple shapes using a cookie cutter.
Place half of the cutouts on the baking sheet. Add a tablespoon of apple filling to each, brush edges with egg wash.
Top with remaining cutouts, seal edges by crimping with a fork, and cut slits for ventilation.
Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 hand pie (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg