Description

Indulge in the delightful charm of Mini Apple Hand Pies, where sweet, spiced apple filling meets a flaky, buttery crust. These adorable treats are perfect for autumn gatherings, lunchboxes, or cozy weekends at home. With their unique apple shape and golden lattice top, they are sure to impress guests of all ages. Plus, this recipe is easy to make and offers room for creativity—experiment with different spices or fruits to suit your taste. Each bite is a heartwarming combination of flavors that captures the essence of fall.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup icing sugar
½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
2 teaspoons cold milk
1 large egg
2 apples, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Prepare the filling by tossing chopped apples with lemon juice. Cook in a saucepan with melted butter for about 10–12 minutes until tender. Let cool.
For the crust, mix flour and icing sugar, then rub in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg and milk to form a soft dough; chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough and cut into apple shapes. Fill each with cooled apple mixture, seal with a lattice top.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 230
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use firm apples like Granny Smith for the best texture. Chill the dough well to achieve a flaky crust. Feel free to customize fillings with other fruits or spices.