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Mini Apple Hand Pies in Puff Pastry

Jan 6, 2023 · 21 Comments

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This recipe for mini apple hand pies produces an inviting treat that is ready in under 30 minutes. The pies consist of individual apple slices cleverly wrapped in puff pastry. Just a little cinnamon and sugar sweetens these delights.

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These hand pies are an ideal recipe to create with kids as the recipe is quick and simple to make. The kids will be so proud of themselves! Each pie consists of a single apple slice dipped in cinnamon sugar and baked in a puff pastry shell.

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  • Ingredients
  • Assemble the pies
  • Serving
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Ingredients

ingredients needed for mini apple pies in puff pastry
  • Tart apple: only one apple is needed to produce six mini hand pies. A Granny Smith apple works well in this recipe. Peel, core and cut the apple into six round slices (approximately ¼" slices).
  • Puff Pastry: homemade puff pastry or a store-bought brand work equally well. You need six 5" x 5" squares of puff pastry.
  • Cinnamon and sugar: combine the cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Dip both sides of the apple slices to coat with the mixture.
  • Raw sugar: sprinkled over the pastry prior to baking
  • Egg: lightly whip one egg for brushing on the pastry before baking.

Assemble the pies

Mini-Hand Pies

  1. Dip both sides of apple slices in cinnamon and sugar mixture.

    dipping apples in cinnamon and sugar

  2. Brush puff pastry with a lightly beaten egg. Cut four slits in puff pastry square. Place apple slice in the middle.

    assembly steps for hand pies

  3. Fold opposite ends of puff pastry over apple slice. Using fingers, seal where the puff pastry meets in the middle.

    start folding pastry for apple puff pastries

  4. Fold remaining opposite ends of puff pastry over the apple slices. Using fingers, seal where the puff pastry meets in the middle. Fold remaining dough edges over apple slice and press lightly with fingers to seal.

    assembled mini apple slice pies

  5. Brush the pastry with egg wash and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Bake at 400 F for 12 - 15 minutes.

    overhead view of easy mini apple pies

Serving

These mini apple pies are best served the day they are made. Serve with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream if desired.

mini apple pie on a plate with ice cream

I hope you enjoy these mini apple hand pies as much as my family does!

📋 Recipe

mini apple hand pies

Puff Pastry Mini Apple Pies Recipe

This recipe for mini apple hand pies produces an inviting treat that is ready in under 30 minutes.
5 from 31 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 343 kcal

Equipment

  • Apple peeler and corer
  • Knife
  • 1 Baking Sheet Pan
  • 1 Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • 1 Pastry brush

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 Large Apple
  • 1 Sheet Puff Pastry
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ⅔ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Large Egg

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400℉ (205℃)
  • Cut puff pastry sheet into six 5" x 5" squares (if needed, gently roll the puff pastry so it is large enough to cut out the squares).
    1 Sheet Puff Pastry
  • Peel and core apple. Cut apple into six ¼" slices.
    1 Large Apple
  • Combine the cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Dip both sides of each apple slice in the mixture.
    1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon, ⅔ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • Place an egg in a bowl and whip.
    1 Large Egg
  • Brush puff pastry with the whipped egg. Cut four slits in puff pastry square (the cuts will be made slightly rounded on each corner). Place an apple slice in the middle of each square.
    start folding pastry for apple puff pastries
  • Fold opposite ends of puff pastry over apple slice. Using fingers, seal where the puff pastry meets in the middle.
  • Fold remaining opposite ends of puff pastry over the apple slices. Using fingers, seal where the puff pastry meets in the middle. Fold remaining dough edges over apple slice and press lightly with fingers to seal.
  • Brush the pastry with egg wash and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
  • Place pastries 2" apart on a non-stick baking sheet.
  • Bake for 12 - 15 minutes.
  • Cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Nutrition

Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 114mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 66IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
Keyword apple hand pies, easy mini pies, puff pastry tarts
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Comments

  1. MJ Riley says

    July 28, 2024 at 11:50 pm

    Can you suggest a substitute for the egg? My grandson would love these, but he is allergic to eggs.
    Thanks.

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      July 29, 2024 at 9:23 am

      Hi, you may brush the exterior of the puff pastry with a bit of melted butter. Alternatively, I use a brand of vegan 'eggs' for baking (Simply Eggless) which may also be brushed on the mini pie. I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Monidipa Dutta says

    December 06, 2023 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    Loved the mini apple hand pies! Super easy for a non-cook like me. Puff pastry was a game-changer. Thanks for the simple yet delicious recipe. Will definitely impress without the stress!

    Reply
  3. Tara Pittman says

    December 06, 2023 at 12:00 am

    My family enjoyed these. They were impressed with this recipe.

    Reply
  4. Alita says

    July 04, 2023 at 11:53 am

    5 stars
    They are so easy to make and come together with just a few simple ingredients.Lovely recipe.

    Reply
  5. Beeb says

    July 04, 2023 at 11:53 am

    5 stars
    The buttery flaky puff pastry combined with cinnamony warm apple pie is a match made in heaven!

    Reply
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