Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 2 smaller Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 Honeycrisp apple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Assembly:
- 2 sheets of store-bought pie crust
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
• In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
• Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the apples have softened slightly.
• Remove from heat and let the filling cool. - Assemble the Hand Pies:
• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Roll out the store-bought pie crust and cut out circles (about 4-5 inches in diameter) using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
• Place a spoonful of apple filling in the center of one dough circle.
• Top with a second dough circle, gently pressing down around the edges to seal.
• Crimp the edges with a fork to fully seal the pie.
• Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
• Use a small knife to cut two small slits on top of each pie to allow steam to escape while baking. - Bake the Pies:
• Place the assembled hand pies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. - Prepare the Glaze:
• In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Drizzle the glaze over the cooled hand pies and allow it to set for a few minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes