Warm Cinnamon Apple Hand-Pies with Caramel Drizzle
Warm Cinnamon Apple Hand-Pies with Caramel Drizzle are the ultimate cozy dessert that combines flaky pastry with a sweet, spiced apple filling and a rich caramel topping. Perfect for any gathering, these hand-pies evoke warmth and nostalgia with every bite. They are not just delicious; they are visually stunning and easily adaptable for various dietary preferences. Bake a batch to impress your friends and family with this delightful treat that captures the essence of comfort food.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly. Add cold water gradually until dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Combine sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-inch thick. Cut out circles (4 inches in diameter).
- Fill & Seal: Place apple filling on one half of each circle. Moisten edges with egg wash, fold over, and seal with a fork.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place hand-pies on parchment-lined sheet, brush tops with egg wash, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle Caramel: Once cooled slightly, drizzle warm caramel sauce over each hand-pie before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand-pie (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating chopped nuts into the apple filling. Swap out apples for pears or add a sprinkle of nutmeg for an extra flavor twist. To ensure crispness when reheating leftovers, place them in a preheated oven rather than the microwave.