Description
Hand pies are delightful pastries filled with sweet or savory ingredients, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup fruit filling (e.g., apple, cherry, or blueberry)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add chilled butter and mix until crumbly.
- Stir in cold water until the dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles.
- Place filling on one half of each circle and fold over.
- Seal edges with a fork and brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Experiment with different fillings for variety.
- Ensure the dough is chilled for easier handling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg