Jack-O-Lantern Hand Pies
These charming Jack-O-Lantern Hand Pies are the perfect festive treat for your Halloween celebrations! Shaped like playful pumpkins, they boast a delightful combination of sweet apple and tart blackberry fillings, making them a hit among guests of all ages. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or enjoying a cozy family night, these hand pies are an adorable and delicious dessert option that will surely impress. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these whimsical pastries. Get ready to add some fun to your spooky season with this irresistible recipe!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (very cold)
- 2 large honey crisp apples, peeled and diced small
- 18 oz fresh blackberries
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons fruit juice or vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1/4 cup raw or turbinado sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter in a stand mixer until coarse.
- Gradually add ice water until dough forms; chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Cook diced apples with butter, fruit juice, vanilla paste, cinnamon, and brown sugar until syrupy; cool.
- Roast blackberries with sugar and vanilla extract until thickened; cool.
- Roll out chilled dough and cut into pumpkin shapes; assemble with fillings.
- Bake at 375°F for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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