Cut each of the pie crusts into seven, 3.5” circles (14 small crusts total).
Prepare your apples by chopping into small cubes (if needed) or use frozen fruit. No need to defrost.
Place your fruit and butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
Add in your water (or juice), sugar, lemon juice, and salt and mix until combined. Bring to a simmer.
Combine your ClearGel with your water and whisk to make a slurry. Pour into your simmering mixture and mix for 1-2 minutes to cook the gel. If you're using cornstarch, you only need to cook until it's clear.
Remove from the heat and let the mixture cool. When ready, place about 1-2 tbsps of pie filling in each pie crust circle. Seal the top and bottom crusts together with water and then close shut w/ a fork. Spread an egg wash over the top. Air fry at 350F/176C for 6-8 minutes.
Notes
See post for more hand pies ideas.Peach hand pie recipe adapted from: Shugary Sweets Lemon hand pie recipe adapted from: Lemons for Lulu