Get ready to transform your summer dessert game with these irresistible Peach Hand Pies that will make your taste buds dance with delight! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, crispy pastry filled with sweet, spiced peaches that burst with flavor in every single bite. These adorable hand-held treats are not just a dessert - they're a portable slice of pure summer happiness that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're planning a picnic, a family gathering, or just craving something spectacularly delicious, these hand pies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 hand pies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 2 cups fresh peaches, diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1/4 cup sugar (for spiced sugar)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (for spiced sugar)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar. Cut the chilled butter into small cubes and work it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a flat disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the butter to firm up.
- While the dough chills, prepare the peach filling. Dice fresh peaches into small, uniform pieces. In a separate bowl, mix diced peaches with brown sugar and cinnamon, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use a 4-inch round cookie cutter or glass to cut out circles.
- Place a small spoonful of peach filling in the center of each dough circle, being careful not to overfill.
- Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal completely. Use a sharp knife to cut small vents on top of each hand pie.
- In a small bowl, mix the spiced sugar by combining 1/4 cup sugar with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Brush each hand pie with beaten egg and sprinkle generously with the spiced sugar mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the hand pies are golden brown and crispy. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. These hand pies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Tips
- Keep your butter extremely cold when making the pastry to ensure a flaky, tender crust. You can even freeze it for 10-15 minutes before cutting into the flour mixture.
- Don't overwork the dough - mix just until it comes together to prevent tough pastry. The less you handle it, the more tender your hand pies will be.
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and flavor. Overly soft peaches can make the filling too watery.
- Make sure to seal the edges of your hand pies completely to prevent filling from leaking during baking. A fork crimp works perfectly for this.
- If you want extra shine on your hand pies, use an egg wash made from beaten egg and a splash of water, which will give them a beautiful golden color.
- Allow the hand pies to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set and prevent burning your mouth.
- These hand pies can be prepared ahead of time and frozen before baking - just add a few extra minutes to the baking time when cooking from frozen.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 344kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 40mg
