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Hand Pies: Discover Delicious Recipes You’ll Love!

Hand pies are delightful pastries filled with sweet or savory ingredients, perfect for a snack or meal on the go.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 hand pies 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 1/4 cup ice water
  • 1 cup filling of choice (fruit, meat, or vegetables)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour and butter until crumbly.
  2. Add ice water gradually until dough forms.
  3. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Roll out dough and cut into circles.
  6. Place filling on one half of each circle.
  7. Fold over and seal edges with a fork.
  8. Brush tops with beaten egg.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • Experiment with different fillings for variety.
  • Can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

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