Description
These delicious Peach Hand Pies feature sweet peaches enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust. A perfect treat for any gathering or to cherish during peach season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
- Additional sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form. Gradually add cold water until the dough holds together.
- Chill the Dough: Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Toss sliced peaches with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Let sit for flavors to meld.
- Roll Out the Dough: Roll one disc to ⅛-inch thickness and cut into circles.
- Assemble the Pies: Spoon filling into the center of each circle, moisten edges with water, fold, and crimp to seal.
- Final Touches: Place pies on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash or milk, and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Keep ingredients cold to ensure a flaky crust. For variety, try adding lemon zest or fresh herbs to the filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Peach Hand Pies, Southern dessert, summer treats, baked pastries, family recipe