Rustic Apple Hand Pies

• apple

  1 medium
• puff pastry sheet

  0.5 sheet
• granulated sugar

  1 tablespoon
• ground cinnamon

  0.3 teaspoon
• unsalted butter

  1 teaspoon
• all-purpose flour

  1 tablespoon
• large egg

  0.5
• water

  1 teaspoon

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همه مراحل

1. 1

   Thaw the puff pastry sheet according to package directions, typically for 30-40 minutes at room temperature.

2. 2

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

3. 3

   Peel, core, and finely dice the apple. In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the diced apple, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon to the saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the apples are slightly softened but still hold their shape. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

5. 5

   Lightly flour a clean surface. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and gently roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness, approximately a 10x10 inch square.

6. 6

   Cut the pastry square into two equal rectangles. Spoon half of the apple mixture onto one side of each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.

7. 7

   Fold the other half of the pastry over the apple filling to create a hand pie. Gently press down the edges to seal, then use a fork to crimp the edges securely.

8. 8

   In a small bowl, whisk the half large egg with 1 teaspoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the hand pies with the egg wash.

9. 9

   Cut 2-3 small slits on the top of each hand pie to allow steam to escape during baking.

10. 10

    Carefully transfer the hand pies to the prepared baking sheet.

11. 11

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed, golden brown, and cooked through.

12. 12

    Let the hand pies cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.