Easy Peach Hand Pie Recipe
These Peach Hand Pies are the perfect treat for any occasion. Made with a flaky, buttery crust and filled with juicy peaches, they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
If you are looking for more delicious peach recipes next time check out this Pork Chops with Peach Jalapeno Sauce or these Grilled Peaches.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The homemade peach pie filling tastes just like biting into a fresh peach. The sweet and tangy flavors combine perfectly with the rich, buttery crust for a mouthwatering treat.
- You only need simple ingredients so you don’t have to worry about spending a ton of money at the grocery store.
- It’s a handheld version of your favorite summer pie. What more could you ask for?
- It’s always a great way to enjoy the flavor of ripe peaches at peak freshness.
Equipment Needed
You will need a few kitchen tools to help you make this recipe. Gather these tools so that you can enjoy this simple treat.
- parchment-lined baking sheet
- parchment paper
- medium bowl
- rolling pin
- fork
- small bowl
- pastry brush
- 4-inch round cutter
- wire rack
Ingredients
You will need a handful of ingredients to help you make this recipe. Pick up these ingredients on your next trip to the market so that you can enjoy these baked peach hand pies with your family.
- refrigerated pie crusts
- fresh peaches
- granulated sugar
- fresh lemon juice
- vanilla extract
- ground cinnamon
- cornstarch
- egg
How to Make These Peach Hand Pies
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full recipe in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step 1: Prep the oven.
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Prep the peach mixture.
In a medium mixing bowl, fold with a rubber spatula the diced peaches, ½ cup of granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and cornstarch until well combined.
Step 3: Roll out the dough on your work surface.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles using a 4-inch round cutter.
Step 4: Add the homemade peach filling to the piece of dough.
Place 1 heaping tablespoon of the peach filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges with a fork to seal.
Step 5: Add the mini pies to a sheet pan.
Place the hand pies on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Step 6: Add the cinnamon sugar on top of each hand pie.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining sugar and cinnamon together. Brush the tops of the hand pies with the beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Step 7: Bake and cool the hand pies.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pies are golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Cool on a baking rack before serving.
What To Serve With This Dish
These mini peach pies pair well with just about any of your favorite meals. However, I like to serve it with this Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa recipe.
Substitutions and Additions
- You can also swap out the fruit and make blueberry hand pies or apple hand pies with this recipe.
- Instead of sprinkling cinnamon on the top, you can also top these with a simple glaze or vanilla icing.
- You can also dust the top of your little pies with powdered sugar for a sweet treat.
- Swap out the vanilla extract for almond extract for a slightly different flavor.
How To Store
Storage – Store the leftover hand pies in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Freezing – You can freeze these homemade peach hand pies on a baking sheet in a single layer. Once they are hard then move them to a freezer bag to keep them fresh for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
Sandra’s Pro Tips
- If you are worried about the filling bubbling out of the pies, you can place small slits on the top of the pie.
- I used store-bought pie crust because it’s easy, however, if you want to make a homemade pie crust, you most certainly can.
- Turn these mini peach pies into the perfect summer dessert by serving them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this delicious peach season recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe:
Use the tines of a fork, to press the sides of the pie crust together to seal them.
You can reheat the hand pie in the oven at 350 degrees for 7-10 minutes or until warm all the way through.
Other Delicious Peach Recipes You May Enjoy
Peach Hand Pie Recipe
Equipment
- medium bowl
- baking sheet lined iwth parchment paper
- 4 inch circle cutter
- small bowls
- pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust
- 3 cups peeled and diced fresh peaches
- ½ cup granulated sugar plus 2 tablespoons divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon divided
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). And then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix the diced peaches, ½ cup of granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and cornstarch untilcombined.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough sheet to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles using a 4-inch round cutter or glass.
- Place 1 heaping tablespoon of the peach filling in the center of each pie crust circle.
- Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Place the hand pies on the prepared baking sheet.
- Mix the remaining sugar and cinnamon.
- Brush the tops of the hand pies with the beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pies are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- If you don’t have a cookie cutter, a glass or the rim of a bowl will work just as well.
- Some of the filling may ooze out of the pie during the baking process. This is normal so don’t stress about it.
- You could also make a simple glaze with powdered sugar and milk for the top of these instead of the cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.
