Vegan Apple Hand Pie Pastries
These apple pie pockets are a delicate and delicious dessert that is surprisingly simple to prepare. Ruby red apples, rich pastry, and sweet spices combine to create the most elegant after-dinner delicacy that the whole family will enjoy! These vegan hand pies are a dream for fall, Thanksgiving, or any occasion.
Servings: 18 hand pies
Calories: 207kcal
Ingredients
Pastries
- 1 package puff pastry vegan
- 2 tablespoons non-dairy butter melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 heaping tablespoon granulated sugar
Apple Filling
- 2 medium apples any variety, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon butter plant-based
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ tablespoon cornstarch and two tablespoons of water
- ½ cup walnuts chopped, optional
Instructions
- Thaw puff pastry for about 45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- On a floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry dough and cut each sheet into 9 even squares.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and cinnamon. Once melted, add the apples, sugar, and water. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
- In a small ramekin, add the cornstarch and two tablespoons of water, and stir until completely dissolved. Add this to the saucepan, bring to a simmer, and stir the apple filling until thickened to an apple pie consistency (as shown in the video).
- Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each pastry square. Gather the corners of the pastry dough and pull them together, squishing and twisting the dough (and even folding over the tip) to make sure it stays closed while baking.
- In a ramekin, mix together cinnamon and sugar.
- Brush with the melted butter and sprinkle generously with a cinnamon and sugar mixture.
- Place on a lined cookie sheet and bake until fully golden brown—about 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Storing Tips: Place the leftovers in a sealed glass container in the refrigerator for a few days. When ready to enjoy again, they can be placed on a parchment-lined baking sheet and reheated at 400 degrees for a few minutes.
Gluten-Free Option: Try using a gluten-free puff pastry (like this one from Sweet Loren's) instead of a traditional pastry.
Nutrition
Serving: 6g | Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 42IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg