Description

These mini apple hand pies are filled with tender cinnamon-spiced apples and wrapped in flaky golden pastry, finished with a sweet cinnamon sugar topping. A cozy, handheld dessert perfect for sharing or snacking.

Ingredients

1 box refrigerated pie dough with 2 sheets

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 1/2 cups finely chopped Fuji or Honeycrisp apples

1/4 cup light brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

juice of 1/2 lemon

1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon water

1 large egg

2 teaspoons water (for egg wash)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

flour for dusting

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Instructions

Let the pie dough rest at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes until easier to handle.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples soften.
Mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water, then stir into the apple mixture. Cook for about 30 seconds until thickened. Remove from heat and cool completely.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, unroll dough and cut into about 16 shapes or circles, rerolling scraps as needed.
Place half the dough pieces on the baking sheet. Spoon about 1 tablespoon filling into the center of each, leaving a border.
Beat egg with 2 teaspoons water. Brush edges of filled dough. Cut slits in remaining pieces, place on top, and seal edges with a fork.
Brush tops with egg wash. Mix granulated sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over pies.
Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Use a mix of apple varieties for deeper flavor.

Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

Drizzle with a simple glaze for added sweetness.

Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days.

Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes for best texture.

Freeze unbaked pies and bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 260 kcal
Sugar: 22 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg