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Apple Hand Pies

Who doesn’t love a sweet, buttery, handheld treat? These apple hand pies are perfect for cozy fall days, holiday gatherings, or just because you’re craving something special. Using fresh apples and simple store-bought crusts, they’re not just delicious; they’re also surprisingly easy to make!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 2 smaller Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and diced into small bite-sized pieces
  • 1 Honeycrisp apple peeled, cored, and diced into small bite-sized pieces
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp butter

For the Crust

  • 2 sheets of store-bought pie crust
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 Tbsp milk
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Make the Filling

  • In a medium saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the diced apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice to the saucepan.
  • Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are slightly softened.
  • Remove from the heat and allow the filling to cool.

Assemble the Hand Pies

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out your store-bought pie crust and cut out circles about 4-5 inches in diameter (use a cookie cutter or even the rim of a glass).
  • Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of one dough circle. Be careful not to overfill.
  • Top with another dough circle and press the edges gently to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
  • Brush the tops with beaten egg to achieve that golden-brown finish.
  • Cut two small slits on top of each pie with a knife. This allows steam to escape while they bake.

Bake the Pies

  • Arrange your hand pies on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they’re golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.

Prepare the Glaze

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle-ready.
  • Once the pies have cooled, drizzle the glaze over the tops.
  • Give the glaze a few minutes to set before serving.

Notes

Storage:
Place the pies in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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