Air Fryer Apple Hand Pies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Hand Pie Crust
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14.1 ounces refrigerated pie crust, 2 crusts
→ Apple Filling
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2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into small pieces
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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1 cup water
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
→ Final Touches
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon water
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3 tablespoons coarse sugar
# Instructions:
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Heat a medium saucepan on medium-low and add apples, lemon juice, water, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch. Stir to combine.
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Simmer the mixture while stirring occasionally. Cook until apples are slightly soft and the sauce thickens, approximately 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the pie crust and cut into 4.5-inch circles using a circle cutter. Place circles on the baking sheet.
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Place 2 tablespoons of apple filling onto the bottom half of each circle. Fold the top half over and press edges together with a fork. Make three small slits on the top with a knife.
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Mix egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush it over the top of each pie and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
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Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
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Place 2-5 hand pies in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes.
# Notes:
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Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
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You can substitute with 2 cans of pie filling for convenience.
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To bake in an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C), place hand pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown.