Gluten-Free Apple and Sausage Mini Hand Pies
These savory hand pies combine seasoned pork sausage with sweet apple chunks, tender celery, and onion, all wrapped in flaky buttermilk biscuit dough. The filling offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, while the convenient refrigerated biscuit base makes these ideal for busy weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Golden brown and crispy on the outside with a warm, flavorful filling inside, these portable pies are perfect for lunch boxes, picnics, or as appetizers for parties.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 400°F
- 2
Cook sausage, apple, celery and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender
- 3
Drain the cooked mixture
- 4
Roll each biscuit into 4 1/2- to 5-inch round
- 5
Spoon about 2 tablespoons sausage mixture on half of each round
- 6
Fold other half over filling and press edges with fingers or fork to seal
- 7
Place on ungreased cookie sheet
- 8
Bake until golden brown
- 9
Serve warm
Tips
Drain the sausage mixture well to prevent soggy hand pies. Excess grease will make the biscuit dough difficult to seal properly.
Press edges firmly with a fork to create a decorative seal and prevent filling from leaking during baking.
Let hand pies cool for 2-3 minutes before serving as filling will be very hot.
Good to Know
Store leftover hand pies in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes.
Assemble hand pies up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate. Add 2-3 minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
Serve warm as main dish with salad or as appetizers. Can be eaten by hand or with fork and knife.
Common Mistakes
Don't overfill hand pies or they will burst open during baking
Seal edges completely to prevent filling from leaking out
Drain sausage mixture well to avoid soggy bottoms
Substitutions
Roll thin and cut into 5-inch circles
FAQ
Can I freeze these hand pies?
Yes, freeze assembled unbaked hand pies for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 5-8 minutes to cooking time.
What if I don't have bulk sausage?
Remove casings from Italian sausage links and crumble the meat, or use ground pork seasoned with sage and fennel.
How long do these keep?
Hand pies stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven rather than microwave for best texture.