Question 1

How do I make this into Halloween hand pies?

Accepted Answer

To make these into Halloween hand pies, just follow the same instructions and use the same ingredients but cut your dough into pumpkin shapes with a cookie cutter. Now, add two tablespoons of apple mixture into the middle of half of the pumpkins. Then, carefully place the rest of the pumpkins on top and decorate as you wish. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.

Question 2

How can I turn this into mummy apple hand pies?

Accepted Answer

Instead of cutting your dough into pumpkins, you can cut out rectangles for the hand pie bottoms. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spoon one to two tablespoons of filling into each one depending on the size of the pie. Next, cut the rest of the dough into strips about one inch in size. Arrange them on top to look like a mummy wrap and then crimp the edges to seal. Bake for 17 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Question 3

Why use shortening and butter?

Accepted Answer

Because shortening has a higher melting point than butter, it does not melt as fast to give your crust a flaky texture. The butter also makes the crust taste more flavorful. A buttery crust is the signature of a classic apple pie. The combination of the two gives it the best of each ingredient for a spectacular crust.

Question 4

How do I choose the best apples?

Accepted Answer

For those making their own apple filling, if you do not have a farmer's market near you, go to the produce section of your local grocery store. Try to find the best ones that are part of the fresh produce instead of those in the bag. The bagged apples tend to have bruises and are not as fresh. Then, pick the firm apples without bruises or tears. We like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples for this recipe.

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