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Prepare the apple filling: In a large metal bowl, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to coat the apples evenly. Add the fresh lemon juice and toss again.

Cook the apple filling: In a large skillet or pan over medium heat, melt the cubed butter. Add the apple mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the apples begin to soften. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the apple mixture and stir constantly until the sauce thickens to a rich, caramelized consistency. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Prepare the puff pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal rectangles (you will have 8 rectangles total).

Assemble the hand pies: Place a generous spoonful (about 2-3 tablespoons) of the cooled apple filling onto one half of each puff pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Press down gently around the edges to seal. Use the tines of a fork to crimp and seal the edges completely. Cut 2-3 small slits into the top of each pie with a knife to allow steam to escape during baking.

Bake the hand pies: Carefully transfer the assembled hand pies to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up. The exact baking time may vary depending on your oven.

Finish and serve: Remove the hand pies from the oven. While still warm, generously sprinkle the granulated sugar over the tops of the pies. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade McDonald's-style apple hand pies!


Prepare the apple filling: In a large metal bowl, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to coat the apples evenly. Add the fresh lemon juice and toss again.

Cook the apple filling: In a large skillet or pan over medium heat, melt the cubed butter. Add the apple mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the apples begin to soften. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the apple mixture and stir constantly until the sauce thickens to a rich, caramelized consistency. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Prepare the puff pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal rectangles (you will have 8 rectangles total).

Assemble the hand pies: Place a generous spoonful (about 2-3 tablespoons) of the cooled apple filling onto one half of each puff pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Press down gently around the edges to seal. Use the tines of a fork to crimp and seal the edges completely. Cut 2-3 small slits into the top of each pie with a knife to allow steam to escape during baking.

Bake the hand pies: Carefully transfer the assembled hand pies to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up. The exact baking time may vary depending on your oven.

Finish and serve: Remove the hand pies from the oven. While still warm, generously sprinkle the granulated sugar over the tops of the pies. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade McDonald's-style apple hand pies!
