Ingredients
Method
Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add the cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- Sprinkle ice water over the mix, a tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork until dough just comes together.
- Divide into two disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days).
Prepare the Filling
- Method A — Stovetop compote (quick): In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine peaches, blueberries, sugar, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 6–8 minutes until the fruit begins to release juices and soften.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 more minutes until thickened.
- Method B — Roasted fruit (deeper flavor): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss peaches and blueberries with other filling ingredients on a sheet pan and roast for 12–18 minutes.
Assemble the Hand Pies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment.
- Roll one dough disk on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to stamp out circles.
- Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle and fold over to seal.
- Cut small slits on top for steam vents, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Bake and Finish
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes on the tray before transferring to a rack.
Notes
These hand pies are perfect for school snacks, picnics, or parties. They can be served warm or cold and go well with a scoop of vanilla yogurt or ice cream.
