Apple Hand Pies are handheld versions of classic apple pie. Easy to make, this is the perfect snack or dessert recipe!
Well, we still have about a bushel full of apples that I've been trying to use up - I've made pies, apple cake, crisps, risotto and for today these Apple Hand Pies! I mean what's a girl to do with all these fresh apples. I think we loaded up our family and friends as much as they were able to use, so now we are coming into the home stretch and I really don't want to throw any away.
We have eaten our share too so now I'm thinking making a big batch of applesauce is next on my list. I think you can freeze it, right? I'll give it a try and let you know how I make out. PLEASE feel free to send me some apple recipes too!
Cute story - our granddaughter loves apples and when she visits in the fall, she'll go out to the tree, reach up her cute hand and pick off the lowest one she can get. She'll then walk around the yard eating it and saying she wished she lived at our place! She is such a cutie and we love when she comes to visit.
I hope you enjoy this easy apple hand pies recipe as much as we do!
Cook's notes for making these Apple Hand Pies:
- Keep the prep easy by using store bought crust
- You could sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon and sugar after the egg wash before baking
- These freeze very well - I just wrap each in some plastic wrap and store in a larger baggie before putting in freezer
- These are great for a picnic, after school snack and perfect for a grab and go dessert!
- Items you might need -Apple Peeler, Spatula, Parchment Paper, Cookie Sheet,
If desired, sprinkle some coarse sugar on top after applying egg wash. Or I'm thinking a drizzle of glaze after they cool would be a good idea too!
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Apple Hand Pies
These hand help apple pies are so easy to make and are a great and grab dessert. Perfect for lunch boxes too!
Ingredients
- 4 cups peeled diced apples (about ¼")
- 2 tbls flour
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 pre-made pie crusts (I use Trader Joe's)
- 1 egg
- caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees and then line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper
- In a medium bowl add the diced apples and toss with the flour then stir in the sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg - set aside
- On a floured cutting board, roll out the pre-made dough until it is about ⅛" thick
- Using a 3" round biscuit cutter, cut 16 circles from each big circle; reuse dough and roll out again as needed. (The crust from Trader Joe's is larger than other brands on the market so the number of circles you get could vary)
- Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the apple mixture on the center of 16 circles then if desired add about ½ teaspoon of caramel sauce on top.
- Place the remaining dough on top. Pinch to seal then press a fork around the entire edge
- Make an egg wash by slightly beating one egg with 1 tbl of water; brush tops then cut 2 or 3 slits onto dough
- Place on cookie sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender
- Cool on wire racks
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 204Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 104mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 2gSugar: 12gProtein: 3g
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Victoria Burke says
These look so good. I wanted to make hand pies for thanksgiving this year. I'm gonna try out this version for the apple pie!
Marcie FlavortheMoments says
Delicious hand pies, Deb! I think having all of those apples are a nice "problem" to have. haha Slow cooker applesauce would be my guess, and I would think you could freeze it. You can use the applesauce to make cookies, which my friend Kristi did at http://www.inspirationkitchen.com/2014/11/01/applesauce-cookies/ and she has a slow cooker applesauce recipe too, because she has an abundance of apples too!
Teresa Ambra says
I love these. They look so adorable. I'm sure I'd end up eating the whole batch!
Heather Kinnaird says
hand pies are my favorite way t eat pie - these look delicious Deb
Unknown says
Where does the 1/2 sugar go??? Apples and flour I would think.
Charlotte Moore
Deb Attinella {CookingOnTheFrontBurner} says
Yes Charlotte - I updated the recipe - thanks for catching that!
Ashley C. says
I love Apple Hand Pies! I remember making these with my grandermother when I was a child. We would go to the apple orchard, pick apples and then come home and make hand pies. These look delicious!
Susan Clayton says
I'm feeling inspired and a little sheepish reading this post. I bought a little gadget to make hand pies and I never have- seeing your great results and recipe I'm thinking the upcoming Polar Vortex days might be a perfect time to give them a try.
Lulu says
Recently I have liked the idea of making individual desserts. This reminds me of fried apple pies my mother used to make which makes me very anxious to try this recipe.
Kelly LifemadeSweeter says
I love these hand pies! They look amazing, Deb! Apple desserts are one of my favorites around this time of year so I love that you are sharing so many apple treats 🙂
cooking with curls says
Yum!! I wish I lived closer, I would gladly take some of these off you hands, lol 😉
Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine Lemon says
Pinned.
Cathy Trochelman says
I really wish I was your neighbor so you could share all these yummy apple creations with me! These look deelicious, Deb!
Joanne DiPalo says
Hi Deb, I know what you mean about the bushel of apples. I love your apple hand pies, I'll have to try Trader Joe's pie crust. Thanks so much for sharing this with Foodie Friends Friday party this weekend. Pinning/sharing. Looking forward to seeing you again soon with another delicious recipe.
Miz Helen says
Hi Deb,
Your Apple Hand Pies look delicious! Hope you are having a great day and thanks so much for sharing this awesome post with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Teri says
I love apples and hand pies. Yours are adorable! I would love if you would share this at my blog party, Celebrate It! The party is all about celebrating our wonderful everyday life!
http://thefreshmancook.blogspot.com/2014/11/celebrate-it-blog-party-18.html
Teresa Levi says
These look delicious and would make great individual desert gifts. Has anyone tried making and freezing?
EZPZ Mealz says
I've got 99 problems, too many apples is not one of them. This looks fantastic and your photos rock. I will definitely be making these asap. My hubby and kids thank you.
Cheryl says
These look wonderful! And yes, I too love TJ's crust when I don't make my own. So tender and flaky and you can see the bits of butter in it. Always have one in the freezer.
Unknown says
has anyone tried to freeze these? If so how were they when you thawed them out?
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
I have never tried to freeze these so sorry I can't answer that.
Rachel Brown says
I was going to ask the same thing! Haha going to make them today and then try to bake them on Thanksgiving instead
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Boy, I wish I knew the answer - part of me thinks yes but I haven't done it!
Sarah Peterson says
I have made hand pies before and froze them and they unfreeze fine, but I used my own crust recipe. I'm going to try TJ pie crust and freeze them. It probably won't make a difference.
Deb Attinella says
I bet you are right... homemade is the best!!
Lindsey R says
I've never made hand pies before, but these look delicious!! I am definitely pinning this for later!
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Thanks - hope you enjoy them!
sara maniez says
I have never made hand pies before but I think they are a great idea! Pinning to my apple desserts recipe board!
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
We loved the portion size - perfect for one person.
Maria Brodley says
Just made your pies and they are delicious!!! Thank you!
Maria Brodley says
Just made your pies and they are delicious!!! Thank you!
Anonymous says
Why can't you just put the apples in one half of the dough, and just fold it back over the placed apples and seal it shut? That way you have less dough to seal up.
And you'd use less dough too!
Wouldn't that work too?
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
Yes, definitely would and I may do that next time I make them... good idea!
suebugd6 says
I just made these for my daycare kids and teenage son - delish! I sprinkled a little cinnamon sugar on top after the egg wash and it made them a little crispy. Yum!
suebugd6 says
I just made these for my daycare kids and teenage son - delish! I sprinkled a little cinnamon sugar on top after the egg wash and it made them a little crispy. Yum!
suebugd6 says
I just made these for my daycare kids and teenage son - delish! I sprinkled a little cinnamon sugar on top after the egg wash and it made them a little crispy. Yum!
Anonymous says
I just made these and they're delicious! The only thing I had an issue with was the size of circle to cut out. I tried 3" but they were far too small to even fit a teaspoon worth of apples in... and your recipe calls for 2-3 tablespoons? I ended up using a 4" cutter and still only fit about 1 1/2 tablespoons in (and I probably only used half of the mixture). Other than that, great recipe!!
JeanneL says
If I wanted to make my own pie crust do you know how much I would need to make? I am not near a Trader Joe's. Do you get 1 pie crust in a package or 2 in their product? Thanks.
Deb Attinella says
Hi - their package comes with 2 crusts. I would make a crust for a 9" pie (top and bottom). Just reuse the scraps
ShootingStarsMag says
How fun! I just love apple pie so this seems like a really great treat for parties or even a fun party FAVOR since they are so small.
-Lauren
Heather says
What kind of apples do you recommend to use?
Deb Attinella says
I would recommend about any kind except green apples or delicious.
Allie says
What kind of apples did you use
Deb Attinella says
Hi, I used Regent apples but almost any kind would work but not apples too tart.