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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Dessert Recipes » Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    Published: September 17, 2014 / Updated: June 26, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

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    two apple whiskey hand pies in a white bowl with title text overlay.

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies are sweet, boozy desserts that are perfect to make with fresh apples and flavored whiskey.

    Apple season is here! My family has so much fun going apple picking at local farms this time of year, and I have a special place in my heart for apple recipes.

    This particular dessert recipe is an ideal indulgence for those who love the cinnamon, fall spice aromas and flavors of apple and whiskey together.

    Got an air fryer? Try my Air Fryer Apple Hand Pies recipe!

    Jump to:
    • 🌟 Why you'll love this dessert
    • 🍏 Ingredient notes
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • 🍽 Serving ideas
    • 🥧 Recipe FAQs
    • 🍎 More fruit dessert recipes
    • Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    🌟 Why you'll love this dessert

    Hand pies are one of my favorite pastry dishes to make when there are friends and family coming over.

    • They usually just require a few ingredients
    • Hand pies are easy to whip up in less than 30 minutes
    • You can make sweet and/or savory hand pies.
    • Hand pies are easy-to-eat finger food.

    The apple whiskey adds a richness to the filling, and the mini marshmallows give it just an extra padding of sweetness and texture. And of course, the apple-cinnamon taste combo is always a winner.

    🍏 Ingredient notes

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    Whiskey - You'll need to pick up a bottle of apple whiskey for this recipe. Most liqueur stores sell at least one brand of apple whiskey, such as Jim Beam or Jameson. I used Aval Pota from McMenamins Edgefield distillery. It's made with fresh pressed apples from Hood River, Oregon, McMenamins own malt whiskey, and a touch of cinnamon.

    Apples - Granny Smith apples are a favorite to use in baked goods like this dessert. They keep their shape and bake beautifully. You can also use Golden Delicious, Honey Crisp, or Braeburn apples.

    You could also add freshly cut peaches into this recipe, or even some mini caramel chips.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies
    1. In a large bowl, you'll combine chopped apples with cornstarch, cinnamon, lemon, and brown sugar, then saute over medium heat for just a couple of minutes.
    2. Then add the whiskey and cook the alcohol down a bit. Be sure to continually stir the ingredients, and cook until the apples just start to get soft, about 3 minutes. You don't want them too soft at this point, but they shouldn't be making any crisp sounds when you bite into a piece either.
    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    3. Now, you can use pie crust or puff pastry dough for hand pies. I prefer the flaky, buttery crispness of puff pastry.

    4. Roll out your puff pastry dough sheets, and divide into 9 even sections.

    5. Place about 1-2 heaping Tablespoons of filling in the middle bottom half of each section. Top with 4-6 mini marshmallows. Be sure to set aside and save the remaining liquid from the filling. I'll tell you why in just a bit.

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    6. Fold over the top half and then secure all of the sides by pinching the edges. If you have extra pastry on some edges, feel free to gently fold those up a bit and then pinch.

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    7. Using a knife, gently poke 3-4 slits on the top of each hand pie. You can also gently press a knife or fork against the sides to add some detail, as I did (hint: this trick also helps hide some imperfections from the extra folded over pastry you might have on the edges!).

    As you can see from the photo above, my hand pies weren't all perfectly uniform. Yours can be oblong or more square -- it all works, as long as you are able to secure all of the sides so that the filling doesn't ooze out while baking.

    8. Remember the remaining liquid from the filling that you set aside and saved? Brush the tops of each hand pie with just a touch of that remaining liquid, and then sprinkle each pie with a little sprinkle of sugar.

    9. Bake in a 400°F degree oven for 20-25 minutes, turning the pan 180 degrees around halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the tops are just golden. Let cool slightly before serving.

    🍽 Serving ideas

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    Serve with an apple whiskey cocktail to complete the whole delicious fall eating and drinking experience.

    🥧 Recipe FAQs

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies
    How many hand pies does this recipe make?

    This recipe makes about nine hand pies, depending on how large you make each one.

    Can I use regular whiskey in this recipe?

    Absolutely! We love using apple whiskey since it adds a stronger apple cinnamon flavor, but you can also add a little apple juice and extra sprinkle of cinnamon instead.

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      Skillet Apple Cranberry Crisp
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      Easy Raspberry Sherbet
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    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

    two apple whiskey hand pies in a white bowl.

    Apple Whiskey Hand Pies

    5 from 2 votes
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 20 mins
    Total Time: 30 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    These apple whiskey hand pies are the perfect afternoon treat (for adults, of course)!
    Servings: 9 hand pies
    Calories: 372kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 3 medium to large apples peeled and chopped
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon corn starch
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ¼ cup apple whiskey
    • ½ cup mini marshmallows
    • 2 sheets of pre-made or homemade puff pastry
    • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar, for sprinkling

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
    • In a large saute pan over medium heat, cook the mixture for about 2 minutes.
    • Slowly pour in the apple whiskey, and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
    • Turn heat off and allow the mixture to cool for just a minute.
    • Meanwhile, take out the puff pastry sheets and roll out over an even surface, such as a large cutting board or rolpat mat.
    • Cut each puff pastry sheet evenly into rectangles.
    • On the bottom half of each rectangle, place about 1-2 Tablespoons of filling in the middle. Top each with 4-6 mini marshmallows. Set aside the remaining liquid from the filling; you'll use this toward the end.
    • Gently fold over the top of each rectangle and pinch together the edges. If you have extra pastry in some spots, simply fold them up a bit, then pinch to close.
    • Using a knife, cut 3-4 small slits at the top of each pastry.
    • Using a knife or fork, you can gently press into the edges of each pastry to create a striped design. This also helps keep the pastry from puffing up and out too much.
    • Taking the reserve liquid, brush a small amount over the tops of the pastries.
    • Sprinkle a little sugar over each pastry.
    • Bake at 400°F degrees for 20-25 minutes.

    Notes

    Apple Whiskey: Look for apple whiskey by Jim Beam, Jameson, or smaller whiskey producers, at your local liqueur store. 
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Michelle says

        September 01, 2019 at 3:57 pm

        5 stars
        Loved it. Made them with some homegrown apples from my backyard and added ginger and nutmeg to the mix cause I love all those flavors together. Also had a lot to put in a pie and the pie turned out great too. Great filling and recipe. Will do it again. :)

        Reply
      2. Roberta j. Taylor says

        April 15, 2018 at 3:26 pm

        Marilynn,
        Your Whiskey Apple Hand Pies look so Amazing!!! My husband and dad love Apple Pie. I love baking, but I've never made an Apple Pie. I'm going to make these. I would like to know what brand of Apple's do you use? Also, why do you use the marshmallows? Do they melt completely and turn into sugar or does it turn into like a marshmallow spread?
        Thank you. Have a blessed day.
        Peace

        Reply
      3. CBP says

        October 01, 2014 at 6:09 am

        I couldn't find apple whiskey so I used honey whiskey instead. I don't like whiskey, but I sure liked these! Great recipe.

        Reply
      4. Ann R says

        September 20, 2014 at 3:30 am

        They look great!

        Reply
      5. Dana H says

        September 18, 2014 at 10:12 am

        As if I needed another reason to buy whiskey. I just made a ton of applesauce and vowed to never buy another apple--at least not for a long time. BUT I will be making this! Thanks for the recipe.

        Reply
      6. Tracy says

        September 18, 2014 at 6:32 am

        YUM!!!!

        Reply
      7. Susan says

        September 18, 2014 at 8:55 am

        I love mcmenamins! I have a fall baking contest to go to, I'll have to make these!

        Reply
      8. Melissa says

        September 17, 2014 at 8:47 pm

        Looks amazing! My husband wants one now!

        Reply
      9. Emer says

        September 17, 2014 at 10:49 pm

        Amazing and simple! Perfect dessert or treat for the fall season...maybe for all seasons...

        Reply
      10. Christine E says

        September 17, 2014 at 6:01 pm

        These look so delicious, and you did a great job with the photography.

        Reply
      11. Nicole says

        September 17, 2014 at 4:57 pm

        These look so yummy. Making a pie has always intimidated me, but these hand pies seem fun and easy enough for me to make. Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
      12. Amoreena says

        September 17, 2014 at 4:23 pm

        This sounds amazing! Will definitely be trying these soon!

        Reply
      13. kelsey says

        September 17, 2014 at 3:53 pm

        aaaaand yes! i love this! it looks delish
        http://www.ladiesinnavy.com

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