2cupsfresh or frozen berriessuch as blueberries, raspberries, or a mix
0.25cupgranulated sugar
1tablespooncornstarch
0.5teaspoonlemon zest
For the Egg Wash:
1egg
1tablespoonwater
Instructions
Make the Dough:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling:
In a medium bowl, gently toss together the berries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest.
Assemble the Hand Pies:
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
Using a 4-inch round cutter, cut out 3-4 circles from the dough. Re-roll scraps if necessary.
Place about 2 tablespoons of filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a 0.5-inch border.
Moisten the edges of the dough with water, then fold the other half over the filling to create a semi-circle. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Cook the Hand Pies:
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water for the egg wash.
Brush the tops of the hand pies with the egg wash and cut a few slits in the top of each pie to allow steam to escape.
Place the hand pies in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Do not overcrowd the basket.
Air fry for 8-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.