Description
Apple Cheddar Hand Pies are a delightful blend of sweet and savory, featuring a flaky crust filled with tart apples and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for any occasion, these hand pies evoke warm memories of autumn days and family gatherings. With their inviting aroma and irresistible taste, they’re bound to become a favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a make-ahead treat that will impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 2 medium tart apples (peeled and diced)
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour with cold unsalted butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Combine diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and grated cheddar in a bowl; mix well.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll chilled dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into circles about 5-6 inches in diameter.
- Assemble Pies: Place filling on each dough circle, fold to create a half-moon shape, and seal edges.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush each pie with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg