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Winter Comfort Mitten Pies Recipe

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Winter Comfort Mitten Pies are delightful hand-held pastries featuring a flaky pie dough filled with a warm, spiced fruit filling. Perfect for cozy winter days, these pies blend comforting flavors with a festive mitten shape, making them both delicious and charming treats.

Ingredients

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Pie Dough

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water

Spiced Fruit Filling

  • 3 cups mixed fruit (such as apples, pears, or berries), peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

For Finishing

  • Additional sugar for sprinkling
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pie Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Divide the dough into two equal parts, shape into disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Make the Spiced Fruit Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped fruit, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss well to coat the fruit evenly. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
  3. Roll Out Dough and Shape: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Using a mitten-shaped cookie cutter or template, cut out shapes from the dough. Repeat with the second dough disk.
  4. Fill and Assemble Pies: Place a tablespoon of the spiced fruit filling onto the center of half of the dough mittens, leaving a border around the edges. Brush the edges with beaten egg wash. Top with the remaining dough mittens and press the edges to seal, using a fork to crimp. Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
  5. Bake the Pies: Transfer the pies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pies are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove pies from the oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a cozy winter treat.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet fruits for the best flavor balance.
  • For a glossy finish, an egg wash is recommended before baking.
  • These pies can be made ahead and frozen before baking; bake directly from frozen adding extra baking time.
  • Ensure the fruit filling is not too wet to prevent soggy crusts.

Keywords: Winter pies, hand pie, spiced fruit pie, mitten shaped pies, holiday dessert

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