Delicious Autumn Fruit Hand Pies Recipe

Ingredients

• 1. A generous Pink Lady apple, peeled, cored, and finely chopped,
• 2. A ripe Bartlett pear, peeled, cored, and diced,
• 3. A quarter cup of rich brown sugar,
• 4. A spoonful of aromatic vanilla extract,
• 5. Two teaspoons of cornstarch for thickening,
• 6. A hint of ground cinnamon for warmth,
• 7. A touch of ground nutmeg for depth,
• 8. A sprinkle of ground cloves for a hint of spice,
• 9. A pinch of salt to balance the flavors,
• 10. An egg for binding,
• 11. A tablespoon of water for moisture,
• 12. A batch of pastry suitable for a 9-inch double crust pie,
• 13. Two tablespoons of coarse granulated sugar for a crunchy topping (if desired),
• 14. A half cup of dark chocolate chips for a decadent twist (optional).

Step 1

To start, preheat your oven to a cozy 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and get a baking sheet ready with parchment paper for easy cleanup later.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the delightful flavors of apple, pear, rich brown sugar, a dash of vanilla extract, a sprinkle of cornstarch, aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and a pinch of salt. In a separate small bowl, whisk together an egg with a splash of water for a light and airy texture.

Step 3

Now, roll out your pastry on a lightly floured surface and have some fun cutting out circles using a 3 to 4-inch round cookie cutter. Spoon a generous dollop of the apple mixture into the center of each pastry circle, fold them in half, and seal the edges with a gentle press. For a charming touch, you can use a fork to crimp the edges before placing the pies on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Before they go into the oven, make three small slits on the top of each hand pie and give them a lovely egg wash. For a bit of sparkle, sprinkle some decorating sugar on top. Let these beauties bake until they turn a delightful golden hue, which usually takes about 25 minutes. Once baked, allow the pies to cool down gracefully to room temperature for about 20 minutes.

Step 5

As a final touch, melt some chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts of 15 seconds, stirring in between, for a total of 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle this decadent melted chocolate over the pies for a finishing touch that adds a luxurious touch to your delightful hand pies.