Apple Hand Pies

Title: Easy Homemade Apple Hand Pies 🍏🥧

Introduction: Craving a sweet treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion? These Apple Hand Pies are the answer! Whether you’re using a homemade pie crust or a store-bought version, these little delights are sure to impress. With a crispy, golden exterior and a sweet apple filling, they’re irresistible. Plus, they’re coated in a simple glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Let’s get started!

Apple Hand Pies Recipe

Ingredients:

• Apple Hand Pies:
  • 1 homemade pie crust recipe, or 2 boxes of store-bought pie crust dough
  • 2 cups apple pie filling, or 1 can (21 ounces) store-bought apple pie filling
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
• Glaze:
  • 4 cups (250 g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 5-7 tablespoons whole milk, room temperature (adjust as needed for consistency)

Instructions:

1️⃣ Prepare the Pie Crust:

• Roll out the pie crusts to a thickness of ⅛ inch.
• Use a cookie cutter to cut the dough into 4-5-inch rounds. You should end up with about 26-28 pie crust rounds. 🍪

2️⃣ Fill the Pies:

• Add 1-2 tablespoons of apple pie filling to the center of each round. If you’re using homemade apple pie filling, make sure it’s cooled before adding it to the crust. 🍏

3️⃣ Seal the Hand Pies:

• Fold each pie crust round in half to create a half-moon shape.
• Rub a little water around the edge of the crust to help seal it, then crimp the edges with a fork to secure. 🔄🍴

4️⃣ Make the Glaze:

• In a bowl, mix together the confectioners’ sugar and 3 tablespoons of milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
• If the glaze is too thick, gradually add more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Set aside. 🍶

5️⃣ Fry the Hand Pies:

• Fill a frying pan with 2-3 inches of vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.
• Use a candy thermometer to ensure the oil reaches 375°F. 🌡️

6️⃣ Cook the Hand Pies:

• Place 2-3 apple hand pies into the hot oil at a time.
• Fry until the pies are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
• Transfer the fried pies to a paper towel-lined cooling rack to drain excess oil. 🥟🧊

7️⃣ Glaze and Serve:

• While the hand pies are still warm, coat them with the glaze.
• You can drizzle the glaze over each pie or dip each pie into the glaze using a large fork for an even coating.
• Serve immediately and enjoy! 🍯

Recipe Notes:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Calories: 300 Kcal per serving
• Servings: 12 servings

These Apple Hand Pies are the perfect blend of crispy, sweet, and comforting. Whether you’re serving them for dessert, a special occasion, or just because, they’re sure to be a hit. Happy baking! 🍏🥧