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3 Ingredient Gluten Free Fruit Hand Pies

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by Lindsay Cotter Posted: December 23, 2016

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These hand pies have 3 ingredients ,including REAL fruit filling. Make this gluten free dessert recipe for brunch, dessert, or gluten free snacks. It’s customizable and there’s a dairy free option!

gluten free hand pies filled with fruit preserves

Can I be real with you? Yes, real with you on Christmas Eve Eve. Tis the season for sharing all the feelings, ya know? So let me confess. Profess. Shout from the rooftops!

I’m READY to put this “exhaustion as an important status” behind us. Which is probably why I’ve been making all these 3 ingredient recipe hacks and ending the week on yet another minimal ingredient BLISSFUL recipe.

You already have a recipe for 3-ingredient gluten free pie crust to fill with your favorite fruit filling, and NOW you can use the same filling for this 3 ingredient Hand Pies recipe. You’re welcome.

hand holding homemade gluten free fruit pastry

You see, I think a lot of us view the holidays as just trying to survive. Um, guilty. We’re trying to survive with busy schedules, all the holiday baking, working, being social (kinda), and so on. Like whoa!

Why do we over schedule ourselves and then claim to never sleep? Or sleep when we’re done. Which is never.

I’ve come to realize this status does not get us anywhere. In fact, it keeps us stuck in vicious cycle. I’m going to post more about that with my “reflections” of 2016 post. Haha, stay tuned.

In the meantime, I want to ease your exhaustion today. No, scratch that. I want to make life easier, enjoyable, and tasty (gluten free of course), these last few days of 2016 and into Christmas weekend. Mmmm k?

Hand Pies from Leftovers

So come sit around my table. Let’s make some of the worlds easiest gluten free hand held fruit pies, using LEFTOVER ingredients or simple real food ingredients you have in your pantry.

This is the last recipe I will share (for now) that uses my 3 ingredient pie crust. I saved the sweet one for last, because, well… dessert/pie/treat …. YOU DESERVE it!

 

3-ingredient gluten free pie dough

If you are running around trying to get last minute shopping done, these 3 Ingredient Fruit Hand Pies can be made in lickity split to feed those house guests.

If you are looking for a dairy free, gluten free holiday dish (brunch, snacks and appetizers, dessert), then these fruit hand pies will WORK FOR ALL!

You see where I am going with this? You need not stress or pull the all nighter baking up a storm. You need not act like Martha to impress guests or family. Let’s face it, scrappy recipe hacks are SOOOOO TRENDY! Follow the trend and get some extra sleep while you’re at it. Capeesh?

Okay,  I will get off my high horse about the Holiday Hustle.

Ready to see what’s actually in these tasty fruit hand pies?

recipe ingredients

overhead image: apple fruit filling in white ramekin

  • One –> Gluten free pie crust – Believe it or not, this 3-ingredient crust is made with GLUTEN FREE BREAD! It’s amazing and you’ll love it.
  • Two –> Apple pie filling or any other pie filling. Be sure to make your own or use a non-GMO brand with no high fructose corn syrup. Just the real deal. I use Lucky Leaf brand.

Lucky Leaf brand apple fruit filling

  • Three –> Fat – a touch of vegan butter, coconut oil, or real butter. You choose!

apple hand pie with a gluten free crust

Apple hand pies recipe instructions

The process for making these gluten free apple hand pies? Um .. RIDICULOUSLY EASY.

Just make sure you have some dough saved in multiple batches.

  1. Roll out the dough.
  2. Cut the dough into circles. Make 5 to 6 inch circles using a lid of some sort.
  3. Add filling. You’ll only need a 1 tablespoon or so of pie filling.
  4. Press the dough together to seal it into a hand pie and brush the top with melted butter.
  5. Bake!

Wham bam, thank you Ma’am!

OMG how flipping awesome is that ya’ll? Like a fruit-filled hot pocket in real food gluten free form. A dessert empanada!

Call it whatever you’d like. Just make them, serve them with holiday cocktails, and be MERRY and YULETIDE BRIGHT!

hands holding a gluten free baked apple empanada that's been broken in half to reveal the filling

If you’re looking for other gluten free fruit desserts to bake up for the holidays, be sure to check out my recipe for baked apple slices. They have holiday spices and are SO good with a scoop of vegan whipped cream, y’all!

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3 Ingredient Fruit Hand Pies {Gluten Free, Dairy Free friendly}


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  • Author: Lindsay Cotter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 1x
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Fruit Hand pies made with just 3 ingredients! Gluten free, easy, real food based.


Ingredients

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  • [url] 3 Ingredient Gluten Free Pie Crust ∞https://www.cottercrunch.com/3-ingredient-gluten-free-pie-crust/[/url] one batch using half a loaf of gluten free bread See notes for substitutes
  • 8 –10 ounces organic fruit pie filling (I used non-gmo Apple Pie filing with cinnamon and nutmeg)
  • butter or melted coconut oil/vegan butter for brushing
  • optional ingredients (see notes)

Instructions

  1. First make sure you have your gluten free pie crust dough ready. It’s super EASY! Chill dough in fridge if you have time. About one hour.
  2. Next roll out the down using a rolling pin and parchment paper between the dough and rolling pin. Or sprinkle with gluten free flour so it doesn’t stick.
  3. Once you get it flat, about ¼ to ⅛ inch, cut the dough in 5 to 6 inch circles. You can use a lid from a pan or tupperware lid. Do this to make about 4-5 circles.
  4. Place 1 tablespoon or so of fruit pie filling in the center.
  5. Gently fold dough in half to seal the pie. Press ends together then prick edges with a fork. Place on baking tray.
  6. Brush each pie with little bit of melted butter or coconut oil.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Serve right away or cover in plastic (once cooled) and keep in fridge.
  9. Reheat in microwave before serving.

Notes

  • If you want to double recipe be sure to make two batch of the gluten free pie crust dough, then combine the two. Best to use gluten free white bread
  • If you have no time to make the dough, trying buying the pre-made gluten free dough at the store and rolling it out VERY thin. I know whole foods carries a few gluten free pre-made dough brands in the freezer section.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: oven
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hand pie
  • Calories: 214
  • Sugar: 7.5g
  • Sodium: 269.5mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 29.4g
  • Fiber: 2.2g
  • Protein: 4.8g
  • Cholesterol: 32mg

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basket of gluten free apple hand pies

I know I mentioned this before, but here goes again. My disclaimer. I am not a Martha Stewart. I am no Julia Child. I will never be because I have no desire to be.

I AM however here to help EASE the whole gluten free baking thing. Those tough dilemmas. You know what I am talking about. We all need short cuts in life. The ones that help relieve time or mental space.

So there you go! Fruit hand pies to the rescue. Be sure to share with Santa. Ok?

[Tweet “A must make EASY #recipe! 3 Ingredient #GlutenFree Fruit Hand pies! #dairyfree “]

Ps Be prepared for January, the return of nerdy nutrition talk and all the vegetables. Oh you will love it. Mahahahaha!

Favorite fruit hand pie filling? And go! 

Have a wonderful weekend and Christmas Y’all!

Cheers,

 

 

 

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  1. Kristy from Southern In Law

    12/23/2016 at 9:55 PM

    These look INCREDIBLE! Our house has been filled with mince pies lately and I think these would make the perfect gluten free alternative!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      12/24/2016 at 7:52 AM

      OH my husband would love that! i need to make him some mince meat pies next!

      Reply
  2. Meriem @ Confessions of a Confectionista

    12/23/2016 at 7:46 PM

    I love the simplicity of these! Gorgeous photography!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      12/23/2016 at 10:05 PM

      Thank you friend!

      Reply
  3. Jody - Fit at 59

    12/23/2016 at 3:05 PM

    EASY is always good & you have way too much going on right now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      12/23/2016 at 10:06 PM

      right? I am all about simplicity these days. SOOO NEEDED! <3 you

      Reply
      • Jody - Fit at 59

        12/24/2016 at 1:49 PM

        Love back!

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  4. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    12/23/2016 at 2:45 PM

    So there’s this place in Atlanta that’s “famous” – The Varsity. It’s been there since the 50s (I think…) when they used to have rollerskating drive in service. Anyway, they are know for chili dogs and fried pies. It’s my most trashy guilty pleasure. All that to say, I love your simple (much healthier) hand pies.

    Hang in there brother.

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    • Cotter Crunch

      12/23/2016 at 10:06 PM

      mmm i bet that was epic! trashy but epic. haha my pies will be the for the off season.

      Reply
  5. Sarah | Well and Full

    12/23/2016 at 8:39 AM

    YES dessert empanadas!! I’ll take 10, please!! 😉 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Lindsay! <3

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  6. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious

    12/23/2016 at 8:09 AM

    Oh it’s so easy to get stuck in a pattern of behaviors that lead us nowhere but that’s the whole getting out of your comfort zone. Can’t wait to read that post and Merry Christmas friend!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      12/23/2016 at 8:39 AM

      amen! always learning and adjusting. <3 you.

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  7. Lisa @ RunWiki

    12/23/2016 at 7:46 AM

    Hello, my gorgeous friend. This looks so yummy! I hope you have a lovely Christmas and New Year. I know that you are going through some changes this year, so I want you to know that I am thinking of you and praying for a smooth transition. Love you sweetness!

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    • Cotter Crunch

      12/23/2016 at 8:12 AM

      thank you friend!!! that means a lot. I miss you! how are you?

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      • Lisa @ RunWiki

        12/23/2016 at 8:17 AM

        Good! Busy and very focused on my family. They are growing up so fast. I don’t want to miss anything and I work, work, work for their future and well-being. We need a big long chat sometime soon. I know how busy you are too, so no pressure. I am always here. Always your forever friend.

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        • Cotter Crunch

          12/23/2016 at 8:39 AM

          I get that. I have tons to tell you. Phone date soon!

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          • Lisa @ RunWiki

            12/23/2016 at 9:24 AM

            That would make my day. Look at your calendar and let me know when you’ve got a window where we can talk. Love ya Linds.

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