Easy Apple Hand Pies StoreBought Crust Magic

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are slightly softened but still hold their shape (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Important: Cooling prevents soggy pies!
5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Lightly flour a clean work surface. Roll out one sheet of pie crust to slightly thin it (if necessary).
7. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter or glass rim.
8. Place a spoonful of cooled apple filling in the center of half the dough circles.
9. Top with the remaining dough circles.
10. Gently press down around the edges to seal.
11. Crimp the edges with a fork to fully seal.
12. Brush the tops with beaten egg wash.
13. Cut two small slits on top of each pie to allow steam to escape.
14. Optional: Sprinkle with turbinado sugar for added sparkle and crunch.
15. Place the assembled hand pies on the prepared baking sheet.
16. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
17. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet.
18. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (starting with 1 tablespoon), and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached (should be pourable but not too runny).
19. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled hand pies.
20. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.