Description
Flaky, golden sugar-free apple hand pies filled with warmly spiced diced apples and wrapped in a tender almond flour crust. These perfectly portioned treats deliver classic apple pie flavor without added sugar, making them ideal for dessert or snacks.
Ingredients
- For the rollable pie dough:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar-free sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the apple filling:
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and finely diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar substitute (erythritol-based)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
- For the egg wash:
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- Optional glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar-free sweetener
- 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced apples and lemon juice. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in brown sugar substitute, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Sprinkle xanthan gum evenly and stir for 1–2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool completely.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for 60–90 seconds, stirring halfway, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in almond flour, powdered sweetener, salt, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Knead gently if needed.
- Place dough between parchment paper and roll to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 12 circles (about 4 inches each).
- Place 1 tablespoon cooled filling onto the center of 6 circles. Top with remaining circles and press edges to seal. Crimp with a fork.
- Whisk egg and heavy cream together. Brush tops with egg wash.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for at least 15 minutes. If desired, whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over cooled pies before serving.
Notes
- Ensure filling is completely cooled before assembling to prevent leaks.
- Do not overfill; seal edges firmly with a fork.
- Store in refrigerator up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months in an airtight container.
- Reheat in oven for best crust texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
