Description
Christmas Tree Hand Pies are a delightful holiday treat that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With their flaky, golden crusts and luscious fruit fillings, these festive pastries are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Imagine the laughter filling your kitchen as you create these charming tree-shaped delights together—ideal for cozy evenings or festive occasions. Once you take a bite, you’ll be transported to a winter wonderland of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4–5 tbsp chilled water
- 1 cup fruit filling (apple, cherry, cranberry-orange, etc.)
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add chilled water until just combined. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut tree shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place filling on half of the tree cutouts. Top with another cutout and seal edges with a fork.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg