Apple Hand Pies - Easy Delicious Apple Recipe Perfect for Fall

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flakiness.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds moisture and a unique flavor profile.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while providing sweetness.

apples

🥗Healthier: pears

💰Cheaper: frozen apple filling

Pears provide a similar texture and flavor.

Mix 1 1/4 cup (160g) all-purpose flour, 1 tsp (5g) sugar, and 1/4 tsp (1g) salt to combine.

Incorporate 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces until crumbs are formed.

Add 4 tbsp (60ml) ice cold water and mix until the water is incorporated.

Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.

Peel, core, and dice 1 apple (5 oz - 160g).

In a bowl, toss the apple with 2 tbsp (30g) brown sugar, 1 tsp (3g) cinnamon, 1 tsp (3g) all-purpose flour, and ¼ tsp (1g) nutmeg to combine.

Roll the dough out to ⅛ inch (3mm) thick.

Cut out 3 1/2 inch (9 cm) circles from the dough.

Fill each circle with about 1 tbsp of the apple filling.

Brush the edges with beaten egg.

Fold the dough over the filling and use a fork to press the edges together to seal.

Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with brown sugar.

Cut small slits in the center of each pie to let steam escape.

Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens