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Peach Hand Pies Recipe: Flaky, Juicy, Perfect Every Time
Molly

Peach Hand Pies Recipe: Flaky, Juicy, Perfect Every Time

Bite-sized peach hand pies with a buttery, flaky crust and juicy custard-like filling. A no-alcohol, pork-free American dessert perfect for summer, balancing natural sweetness and tartness in every bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Seasonal Desserts
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ⅓ cup ice water
  • 4 medium fresh peaches
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
  • 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (ice egg wash)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water (slurry)

Method
 

  1. Combine flour, salt, and butter in a food processor. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  2. Gradually add ice water, pulsing until dough forms a shaggy mass.
  3. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Peel, pit, and slice peaches. Toss with sugar, cornstarch slurry, and vanilla. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  5. Roll dough into a ½-inch-thick sheet. Cut 4-inch rounds; fill each with 3 tbsp peaches.
  6. Fold dough halves together, crimp edges firmly.
  7. Brush with chilled egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  8. Bake on a preheated baking steel or baking sheet at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

Use vegan butter for a dairy-free version
Reduce sugar to 1-2 tbsp for low-sugar diets
Substitute gluten-free flour if needed
Let filling drain for 5 minutes before filling pies

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