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Mini Apple Hand Pies

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Mini Apple Hand Pies are flaky, bite-sized pastries filled with spiced apple filling. Perfect for fall gatherings, school lunches, or as a cozy dessert, they deliver classic apple pie flavor in a portable form.

Ingredients

  • 1 package pie crust (homemade or store-bought, enough for 2 crusts)
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • Coarse sugar, optional, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix diced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch until well combined.
  3. Roll out pie crust and cut into circles using a round cutter or glass.
  4. Spoon a small amount of the apple mixture onto half of the circles.
  5. Top with remaining circles and press edges with a fork to seal.
  6. Cut a small slit or X in the top of each pie to vent.
  7. Whisk egg and milk together, then brush over tops of pies.
  8. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
  10. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Freeze unbaked or baked pies for up to 3 months; reheat in a 350°F oven.
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor and texture.
  • Don’t overfill pies to prevent leaking; seal edges well.

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