There’s something special about the scent of fruit pies baking—especially when they’re small enough to hold in your hand. These baked hand pies, filled with soft, spiced peaches (or apples if you prefer), offer that nostalgic flavor of old-fashioned desserts with the convenience of modern shortcuts. Using ready-made pie crusts and canned fruit filling helps you skip the hard part without sacrificing taste or texture. These are perfect for holiday trays, potlucks, lunchbox surprises, or anytime you’re craving a comforting bite of something sweet.
The hand pies are sealed with care, baked until golden brown, then dipped in a light glaze that sets into a slightly crisp coating. They’re flaky on the outside, warm and gooey on the inside—everything a great pie should be, just in portable form. What’s more, they’re fun to make with kids or friends, turning a simple baking session into a shared experience. Customize them easily by switching to apple filling, adding a bit of nutmeg, or even tossing in a handful of chopped nuts.
Whether you serve them warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoy them as-is, these hand pies are sure to disappear fast. Let’s get started!
Baked Peach or Apple Hand Pies
Ingredients:
- 2 boxes (14.1 oz each) refrigerated pie crust
- 1 can (21 oz) peach pie filling (or apple)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg white, beaten
Servings: Makes approximately 12 hand pies
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Allow the pie crusts to sit at room temperature while preparing the filling. Pour the peach pie filling into a shallow bowl and chop the fruit into small pieces using a fork and knife. Mix in the cinnamon and set aside. Unroll each pie crust and cut out six 4-inch circles using a biscuit cutter, re-rolling the scraps as needed. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into the center of each circle. Fold each circle in half, press the edges closed, and seal with a fork. Poke each pie once with a fork to prevent splitting.
Whisk the egg white until frothy and brush over the tops of the pies. Place pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
While baking, whisk the powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze. Once pies are done, transfer them while still warm into the glaze, coating both sides with the help of two forks. Return glazed pies to parchment paper and let them set for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional and Dietary Notes:
These hand pies offer a sweet, fruity flavor paired with a buttery, flaky crust. They are high in carbohydrates and sugar due to the filling and glaze, making them best as an occasional treat. While they’re egg-free inside, they do contain dairy and gluten, so they may not be suitable for those with related allergies or dietary restrictions. Use dairy-free milk in the glaze and gluten-free crust for a more allergy-friendly version.
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