Low Fat Apple Hand Pie

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Low Fat Apple Hand Pies, a delightful treat that lets you savor all the sweetness without the guilt. These handheld pastries feature a tender, flaky crust made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, enriched with low-fat yogurt for a lighter twist. The filling bursts with the warm spiced goodness of diced Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of lemon juice for balance. Perfectly portioned and baked to golden perfection, these hand pies are a wholesome yet satisfying dessert or snack. Ready in under an hour, they’re an ideal choice for busy weeknights, gatherings, or when your sweet tooth calls—but you still want to keep it on the lighter side.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 0.5 cups plain low-fat yogurt
• 2 tablespoons ice water
• 3 small Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 0.25 cups light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 egg white
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour.

Step 2

Cut in the chilled, diced butter using a pastry cutter or forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the plain low-fat yogurt and 2 tablespoons of ice water, mixing until the dough begins to come together.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently to form a ball. Flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, light brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook until the apples have softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water and add to the apple mixture. Stir until thickened, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 8 circles using a 4- or 5-inch round cutter.

Step 9

Place a spoonful of the apple filling onto the center of each dough circle.

Step 10

Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.

Step 11

Beat the egg white gently and brush over the tops of the hand pies, then sprinkle with granulated sugar.

Step 12

Place the pies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 13

Let the pies cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(880.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1794.0

Total Fat 51.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 131mg	0%
Sodium 171.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 102.4g
Protein 38.1g	0%

Vitamin D 91.5IU	0%
Calcium 361.3mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1221.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 66.4%