Apple Hand Pies
Apple Hand Pies are a charming and delicious treat that encapsulate the essence of homemade apple pie in a portable form. With a flaky crust enveloping a warm, spiced apple filling, these hand pies are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet dessert after dinner. Their delightful combination of Granny Smith and Macoun apples strikes the ideal balance between sweet and tart, making them irresistible at any gathering. Simple to prepare and easily customizable, they are sure to please both guests and family alike.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium/large apples (Granny Smith & Macoun)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4–1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pie crust or biscuit dough
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine apples with butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar (to taste), lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into circles.
- Place one tablespoon of filling on one half of each circle; fold over and seal edges.
- Fry in medium heat oil until golden brown on both sides (about 2 minutes).
- Serve warm with optional powdered sugar dusting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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