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A close-up side view of a golden-brown Ginger Pear Hand Pie, showcasing its flaky crust.
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Ginger Pear Hand Pies

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 250
Delight in these flaky hand pies filled with sweet pears and warm spices, perfect for a cozy treat or dessert.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup organic cane sugar
  • 1.5 tsp fine sea salt
  • 2.5 sticks unsalted butter, very cold, cubed
  • 1/3 cup all-vegetable shortening, very cold or frozen, cut into small pieces
  • 6-7 Tbsp ice water

Filling

  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cups pears, peeled, cored, and diced (about 4-5 pears)
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger paste
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.125 tsp ground cloves

Instructions 

  • Prepare the dough by mixing flour, sugar, salt, and cold fats, then add ice water until dough forms.
  • Roll out dough, cut into circles, and fill with pear mixture.
  • Fold and seal the edges, then brush with melted butter.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until golden.

Notes

Chill the dough thoroughly before rolling for best results.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ginger, pear