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Gluten Free Air Fryer Hand Pies in 30 Minutes Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Gluten Free Air Fryer Hand Pies are a quick and delicious dessert option that can be made in just 30 minutes. Using a gluten-free flour blend and fresh or canned fruit filling, these hand pies offer a crisp, golden crust with a sweet, juicy center. Air frying ensures a perfectly baked pie with minimal oil, making them a delightful treat for gluten-sensitive or health-conscious individuals.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 cups gluten free flour blend (see note)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
  • 1 tablespoon cane sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup water (+ 2-3 tablespoons as needed)

Filling

  • 1 cup fruit (canned or fresh with sugar or brown sugar)

For Topping

  • 1 large egg (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups gluten free flour blend, 1 tablespoon cane sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until thoroughly combined.
  2. Cut in Butter: Add the cold 1/2 cup unsalted butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry blender, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in 1/3 cup water and 1 large egg into the flour and butter mixture, stirring until a flaky dough forms. Add 2-3 additional tablespoons of water if the dough is too dry.
  4. Prepare Dough for Rolling: Place the dough onto a piece of wax paper. Dust the dough and the wax paper lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Roll and Cut Dough Circles: Roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thickness or your preferred thickness. Using a large circle cutter or a large coffee mug (about 3 inches or larger), cut out circles from the dough.
  6. Fill the Hand Pies: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of fruit filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving edges free for sealing.
  7. Seal the Pies: Fold the dough circles over the filling to form half-moon shapes. Use the tines of a fork to press and crimp the edges firmly to seal.
  8. Vent the Pies: Use a knife or fork to cut 2-3 small holes on top of each pie to allow steam to escape during cooking. This prevents bursting and leaking.
  9. Apply Egg Wash: Beat 1 egg and brush it over the top of each hand pie to promote browning.
  10. Add Sugar Topping: Sprinkle coarse sugar on top of the egg wash for a sweet, crunchy finish.
  11. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350ºF (175ºC) for 5 minutes.
  12. Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Remove the air fryer basket and lightly spray with oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the hand pies in the basket in a single layer, allowing air circulation around each pie.
  13. Air Fry the Hand Pies: Cook the hand pies in the air fryer at 350ºF for 12 minutes. For larger hand pies, increase cooking time up to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  14. Cool and Serve: Allow the hand pies to cool slightly before drizzling with icing or serving as desired.

Notes

  • Use a gluten free flour blend suitable for baking to ensure proper texture.
  • If the dough is too crumbly, add an extra tablespoon of water at a time until it comes together.
  • For filling, fresh or canned fruit sweetened with sugar or brown sugar works well.
  • Hand pies can be drizzled with icing or dusted with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
  • Make sure to cut vent holes to prevent filling leakage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/gluten-free-air-fryer-hand-pies-in-30-minutes-recipe/