Best 5 Fruit Filled Hand Pies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our irresistible Fruit-Filled Hand Pies. These delectable pastries are lovingly crafted with a flaky, golden crust that shatters at the first bite, revealing a vibrant medley of seasonal fruits. From succulent apples and sweet berries to juicy peaches and tangy cherries, each hand pie bursts with a unique flavor combination that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic apple pie filling or crave a tropical pineapple-mango delight, our collection of recipes has something for every palate. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY HAND PIES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups blueberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons lemon zest plus juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 sheets frozen puff pastry (from two 17.3-ounce packages, such as Pepperidge Farm), thawed
1 large egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the filling: Combine the blueberries and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and cook, stirring, until the sugar is melted and the berries have started to burst, a few minutes. Stir together the cornstarch and lemon juice in a small bowl until combined, then add to the blueberry mixture. Add the lemon zest and vanilla and continue to cook until glossy and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool completely. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • For the pastry: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • To make the pies, unfold the thawed pastry and roll out to 10-inch squares if necessary. Cut each square in quarters, making four 5-inch squares from each. Spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons of cooled filling onto one corner of each square. Brush around the squares with the egg wash. Fold the pasty over the filling on each to make a triangle, pressing lightly to remove any air pockets. Crimp the edges shut with a fork. Put the pies on the prepared baking sheets. Brush the tops of the pies with the egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet.
  • For the glaze: Mix the powdered sugar, vanilla and 1/3 cup cold water in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the pies and let set until dry.

FRUIT-FILLED HAND PIES



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This yummy recipe for fruit-filled hand pies is courtesy of John Barricelli.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fruit, preferably peaches, nectarines, plums, or a mix of all three, pitted and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Zest of 1/2 orange
Juice of 1/2 orange
Pinch of coarse salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Pate Brisee to Make One Double-Crust 10-Inch Pie or 12 Hand Pies
1 egg, lightly beaten
Sanding sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together fruit, sugar, orange zest and juice, salt, and cornstarch; mix until well combined. Set fruit mixture aside.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, roll out one piece of dough to a 16-by-11-inch rectangle. Trim to 15-by-10 inches. Cut into six 5-inch squares. With a dry pastry brush, sweep off excess flour. Working with one square at a time, place 2 tablespoons of reserved fruit mixture in the center. Brush two connecting edges with beaten egg and fold on the diagonal over the filling, pressing to seal. Repeat process with remaining squares.
  • Repeat entire process with remaining pate brisee. Place hand pies on prepared baking sheet. Brush pies with remaining egg wash and sprinkle with sanding sugar. Using a pair of clean scissors, snip the center of one side of each hand pie to allow steam to escape.
  • Transfer baking sheets to oven and bake until crusts are golden brown and filling is bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm.

BERRY HAND PIES



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These hand-held pies are sold at breakfast time at Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah, Ga., but they are also a perfect summery dessert. Cheryl Day, an owner, said that she uses less sugar than many Southern bakers do, and likes to round out the flavor of sweet summer fruit with salt and lemon. The difference between a hand pie and a turnover is in the shape. (Hand pies are half moons, and turnovers are triangles.) You can make this recipe either way.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     snack, finger foods, pastries, pies and tarts

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 hand pies

Number Of Ingredients 8

All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 recipe Extra-Flaky Pie Crust
2 large eggs, lightly beaten with a pinch of fine sea salt, for egg wash
2 cups mixed fresh berries (about 12 ounces/350 grams), such as sliced strawberries or whole blackberries or blueberries
1/2 cup/100 grams granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest plus 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

Steps:

  • Prepare the dough: On a floured surface, roll out each disk of dough into a 10-inch square, each about 1/8-inch thick. Using a 5-inch round cookie cutter, cut out 4 disks from each piece of dough. Transfer disks to a baking sheet (it's OK if they overlap slightly), cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 10 minutes.
  • Prepare the berry filling: In a medium bowl, combine the berries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest and juice, and sea salt. Stir gently until evenly coated, then set aside.
  • Remove the disks from the refrigerator and lightly brush the edges of each disk with the egg wash. Spoon about 1/4 cup berry filling onto each disk, leaving a 1-inch border around the rim. (You might have some extra filling.)
  • Working with one disk at a time, leaving one half of the dough on the baking sheet, gently fold the other half of each round of dough over the filling to make a half circle and press the edges together with your fingers to seal. If any of the filling is oozing out of the sides, remove a few berries at a time until the hand pie seals easily. Using a fork, crimp the rounded edge of each hand pie. Repeat with remaining disks.
  • Cover the hand pies with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to set the crusts. Refrigerate the remaining egg wash.
  • When you are ready to bake, position a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 425 degrees. Line another baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Remove the hand pies from the refrigerator and brush the tops with the remaining egg wash. Using a paring knife, cut 3 small slits in the top of each hand pie to create steam vents. Transfer the hand pies to the lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the hand pies are golden and the filling is bubbly. Let cool for 10 minutes, then serve warm.
  • The hand pies can be cooled completely and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

4 INGREDIENT BERRIES & CREAM HAND PIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: berry jam, cream cheese, pie crusts, egg, water

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 hand pies

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup berry jam
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 pie crusts
1 egg
1 tablespoon water, plus extra for crimping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the pie crust on a cutting board, and cut out circle shapes using the top of a coffee cup. Collect scrap pieces, and roll out again to stamp out more shapes, making 12-14 circles total.
  • Fill half the circles with a tablespoon of the cream cheese, followed by a heaping teaspoon of jam.
  • Using your finger, lightly wet the edges of the cut rounds with water.
  • Cover the tops with the remaining circles, pressing the two dough halves together. Crimp edges with a fork to seal.
  • In a bowl, beat the egg with water. Brush the tops of the pies with the egg wash.
  • Use a small, sharp knife to cut a ventilation hole, or slit into the top of the pies.
  • Arrange the pies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 10 grams

EASY FRUIT HAND PIES



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Provided by Fake Bake

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 8 hand pies

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 16.3-ounce can refrigerated biscuits, flaky style
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons cream cheese
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons guava jam
1 large egg yolk beaten with 1 tablespoon water
1/3 cup coarse sugar, such as sanding sugar or turbinado sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Separate the biscuits. Dust a work surface with flour and roll each biscuit round into a 6-inch circle (about 1/16 inch thickness). Place 2 teaspoons cream cheese and 2 teaspoons jam on one side of the dough round. Brush the outer edge of the pastry round with egg wash. Fold one side over the filling and crimp the edges with the tines of a fork. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Brush the entire pastry with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Cut a slit in the top of each pie to allow steam to escape as they bake. Repeat the process with the remaining biscuits. Bake until golden brown, about 16 minutes. Serve warm.

Tips:

  • For a flaky crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. Butter adds flavor, while shortening helps to keep the crust tender.
  • Be sure to chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from becoming too sticky and difficult to work with.
  • When rolling out the dough, use a light touch. Rolling the dough too hard will make it tough.
  • To prevent the filling from leaking out, brush the edges of the dough with egg wash before sealing the pies.
  • Bake the pies until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Conclusion:

Fruit-filled hand pies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there's sure to be a flavor that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special dessert, fruit-filled hand pies are a great option. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try.

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