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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 ultimate Halloween treat that combines fun and flavor in every bite! Shaped like adorable jack-o-lanterns, these hand pies are filled with a scrumptious blend of sweet apples and juicy blackberries, creating a perfect balance of flavors that will delight guests young and old. Ideal for parties or cozy nights in, they are easy to make with simple ingredients and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether served warm with ice cream or as part of a dessert platter, these festive pastries are sure to impress. Get ready to bring some charm and sweetness to your Halloween festivities!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 sticks (8oz unsalted butter, diced and very cold)
  • 6–9 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1/4 cup raw or turbinado sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 2 large honey crisp apples (peeled and diced small)
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
  • 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 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the crust by mixing flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water slowly until dough forms. Chill for at least an hour.
  2. Prepare apple filling by sautéing diced apples with butter, bourbon, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar until syrupy; cool.
  3. Roast blackberries on a baking sheet, then simmer with sugar and vanilla until thickened; cool.
  4. Roll out chilled dough, cut into pumpkin shapes using a cookie cutter. Cut faces on half.
  5. Assemble hand pies by placing filling on plain cutouts, sealing with the decorated tops using an egg wash.
  6. Bake at 375°F for about 25 minutes until golden brown.

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