Vegan Apple Hand Pie
Discover the delightful charm of Vegan Apple Hand Pies, a portable dessert perfect for fall gatherings or an indulgent treat anytime. These flaky, golden pockets are crafted from a coconut oil-based crust and filled with a luscious mix of diced apples, cinnamon, maple syrup, and lemon juice for a naturally sweet and tangy experience. With a sprinkle of turbinado sugar on top for added crunch and a brush of plant-based milk to achieve that gorgeous golden glaze, these pies are as stunning as they are delicious. Easy to make and entirely plant-based, they’re baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, making them ideal for busy bakers looking for a quick yet satisfying treat. Perfect for vegans and pie lovers alike, this recipe encapsulates the comforting flavors of homemade apple pie in a convenient hand-held size!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups coconut oil, solid
- 6 tablespoons ice water
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons plant-based milk (for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the solid coconut oil and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with your hands until the dough holds together. Be careful not to overwork it.
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, prepare the apple filling. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, cinnamon, maple syrup, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
Cook the apple mixture for about 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the apples are slightly softened and the mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out circles from the dough. Gather leftovers and re-roll as needed to utilize all the dough.
Place a spoonful of the cooled apple filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press lightly with your fingers.
Seal the edges using a fork, then place the hand pies onto the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the top of each pie with plant-based milk and sprinkle with turbinado sugar for crunch.
Cut a small slit or hole on top of each pie to allow steam to escape.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the pies are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let them cool a bit before serving. Enjoy your vegan apple hand pies warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.7 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 148.0 g | 740% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.9 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 600 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
