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Apple Hand Pies

Cultural Context

Apple hand pies, a beloved American dessert, have roots in early colonial cooking where fruit was preserved in pastries. They symbolize comfort and home, often enjoyed during fall harvests. Today, variations abound, with some recipes incorporating spices or different fruits, making them a versatile treat enjoyed year-round.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 14 ounce package of refrigerated pie crust
1 large apple, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons salted butter, cut into small pieces
cream cheese
pepper jelly
crescent rolls

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.

1

For the Mini Apple Pies: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

2

Roll out the refrigerated pie crust and cut into circles to fit a mini muffin tin.

3

In a bowl, combine diced apple, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon all purpose flour, and 1 tablespoon honey. Mix well.

4

Fill each pie crust circle with the apple mixture.

5

For the topping, mix 1/4 cup all purpose flour, 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in 2 tablespoons salted butter until crumbly.

6

Sprinkle the topping over the filled pie crusts.

7

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

8

For the Pepper Jelly Pinwheels: Roll out the crescent rolls and spread cream cheese and pepper jelly on top.

9

Roll up the crescent rolls and cut into pinwheels.

10

Place in the air fryer at 320 degrees for 6-8 minutes until golden.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

air fryermini muffin tin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Apple TurnoversMini Apple Pies

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