Description

Jack-O-Lantern Hand Pies are the ultimate festive treat to brighten your Halloween celebrations. These delightful pastries, shaped like cute jack-o-lanterns, are filled with a sweet and tangy blend of honey crisp apples and ripe blackberries, making each bite a delicious explosion of flavor. They’re not only visually appealing but also easy to make, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re hosting a spooky gathering or simply looking to enjoy some seasonal baking, these hand pies will surely impress your guests and delight your taste buds!

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 sticks (8oz) unsalted butter, diced and very cold
6–9 tablespoons ice water
1 egg (for egg wash)
1/4 cup raw or turbinado sugar (for sprinkling)
2 large honey crisp apples (peeled and diced small)
3 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons fruit juice (to replace bourbon)
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup brown sugar
18 oz fresh blackberries
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
Gradually add ice water until the dough forms; chill for at least 1 hour.
Prepare apple filling by cooking diced apples with butter, fruit juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and brown sugar until syrupy.
Roast blackberries with sugar and vanilla until thickened.
Roll out chilled dough and cut out pumpkin shapes; refrigerate.
Assemble pies by adding fillings between two dough shapes; seal edges with an egg wash.
Bake at 375°F for about 25 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pie (75g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg