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Jack-O-Lantern Hand Pies

Jack-O-Lantern Hand Pies
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Jack-O-Lantern Hand Pies are the perfect festive treat for Halloween, combining delightful flavors with a whimsical design. These easy-to-make pastries are filled with sweet apples and juicy blackberries, creating a delicious balance that will impress both kids and adults alike. Not only are they an adorable addition to your Halloween celebrations, but they also provide versatility for year-round enjoyment. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or as part of a spooky dessert table, these hand pies will bring joy to any gathering. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and create these charming pumpkin-shaped pastries that are sure to become a seasonal favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, diced and very cold
  • 6–9 tablespoons ice water
  • 2 large honey crisp apples, peeled and diced small
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 18 oz fresh blackberries
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup raw or turbinado sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust by mixing flour, sugar, and salt in a stand mixer. Add cold butter until it resembles coarse sand. Gradually mix in ice water until the dough forms.
  2. Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least one hour.
  3. For the apple filling, sauté diced apples in butter, then add vanilla bean paste, cinnamon, and brown sugar; cook until syrupy.
  4. Roast blackberries on a baking sheet for 30 minutes. Combine roasted blackberries with sugar and vanilla extract; simmer until thickened.
  5. Roll out chilled dough, cut into pumpkin shapes using a cookie cutter, and carve jack-o-lantern faces into half.
  6. Assemble by placing filling between two pumpkin-shaped pieces of dough, sealing edges well with a fork.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

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