Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mini Apple Hand Pies, the perfect cozy dessert for any occasion. With a buttery crust enveloping a spiced apple filling, these charming treats are ideal for fall gatherings, picnics, or a simple family night at home. Shaped like tiny apples and topped with a golden lattice crust, they not only taste divine but also add a touch of whimsy to your dessert table. Simple to make and fun to enjoy, these hand pies are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup icing sugar
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 apples, peeled and chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by tossing chopped apples with lemon juice. Cook in melted butter with sugar and cinnamon until tender, then cool.
- For the crust, mix flour and icing sugar, rub in cold butter until crumbly, then combine with egg and milk to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough, cut into shapes, fill with cooled apple mixture, and seal edges.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use cold ingredients for a flakier crust. Feel free to substitute apples with other fruits like pears or peaches for a twist.