Description
Warm, comforting, and irresistibly aromatic, these Chai Spice Apple Hand Pies capture the essence of fall. Each bite marries the bold flavors of chai spices with the natural sweetness of apples, encased in a flaky, buttery crust that melts in your mouth. Perfect for chilly evenings or a festive gathering, these hand pies are a delightful treat that brings comfort and joy with every bite.
These Chai Spice Apple Hand Pies are not only a joy to bake but also a feast for the senses. The aroma of baking spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger will fill your kitchen with warmth, while the apple filling provides a delicious contrast in both texture and taste. Whether served as a dessert, a snack, or a warm breakfast, these hand pies promise to be a highlight of the season, offering a sweet, spiced escape with every bite.
Ingredients
Crust:
2 cups whole wheat pastry flour (or all-purpose flour)
2 Tbsp coconut sugar (or white/raw cane sugar)
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup plant-based butter, cold & cubed
2–5 Tbsp ice cold water
Filling:
4 large apples (or 5 small apples), peeled, cored, and diced
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cardamom
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/8 tsp ground cloves
Pinch of black pepper
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 Tbsp coconut sugar (or white/raw cane sugar)
Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Egg Wash:
1 egg, beaten
Cardamom Glaze:
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp cardamom
1/2 – 2 Tbsp plant-based milk or water
Instructions
Prepare the Dough: In a blender or food processor, pulse flour, coconut sugar, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and pulse. Gradually add ice cold water, 1 Tbsp at a time, until the dough sticks together when pinched.
Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic and flatten into a disc. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Filling: In a bowl, toss diced apples with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, pepper, vanilla, coconut sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium-low heat until apples are soft.
Assemble the Pies: Roll out dough sections, fill with apple mixture, and fold into half-moons. Seal edges and brush with egg wash.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Place pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
Prepare the Glaze: Combine glaze ingredients and warm in a saucepan until pourable. Drizzle over cooled pies.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal