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Apple Hand Pies

Apple Hand Pies Recipe

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Ingredients

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For the Filling:

  • 2 smaller Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced

  • 1 Honeycrisp apple, peeled, cored, and diced

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon butter

For the Assembly:

  • 2 sheets of store-bought pie crust

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 12 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

 

Instructions

1. Prepare the Apple Filling:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.

  • Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the apples have softened slightly.

  • Remove from heat and let the filling cool.

2. Assemble the Hand Pies:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Roll out the store-bought pie crust and cut out circles (about 4-5 inches in diameter) using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.

  • Place a spoonful of apple filling in the center of one dough circle.

  • Top with a second dough circle, gently pressing down around the edges to seal.

  • Crimp the edges with a fork to fully seal the pie.

  • Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

  • Use a small knife to cut two small slits on top of each pie to allow steam to escape while baking.

3. Bake the Pies:

  • Place the assembled hand pies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

4. Prepare the Glaze:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled hand pies and allow it to set for a few minutes.