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Mini Apple Hand Pies

Mini Apple Hand Pies

Indulge in the delightful taste of Mini Apple Hand Pies, your new favorite treat that combines a sweet and spiced apple filling encased in a flaky crust. These charming pastries are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights at home. With their adorable apple shape and golden lattice tops, they’re not only a feast for the eyes but also a scrumptious delight for your taste buds. Easy to make and customizable with various fruits and spices, these hand pies are fun to prepare with kids or serve as portable snacks for picnics.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup icing sugar
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 apples, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling by tossing chopped apples with lemon juice and cooking them with butter, sugar, and cinnamon until tender. Cool completely.
  2. Make the crust by combining flour, icing sugar, and cold butter until crumbly; mix in egg and milk to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Roll out dough, cut into shapes using an apple-shaped cutter, fill with apple mixture, seal edges, and create a lattice top.
  4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Author: Stephanie
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pie (60g)
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use firm apples like Granny Smith for best results. Feel free to add nuts or other spices to customize your filling.