Harry Potter Letter Caramel Apple Pies Recipe
These Harry Potter Letter Caramel Apple Pies are charming, mini hand pies designed to look like magical sealed envelopes. Made with buttery pie crust, spiced caramel apple filling, and topped with a whimsical red chocolate candy wax seal, these treats are perfect for a themed party or cozy dessert. The pies bake quickly to a golden finish and are decorated with delicate details to resemble a Hogwarts acceptance letter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 apple pies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pie Crust and Filling
- 2 box (14.1 oz each) Pillsbury Premade Refrigerated Pie Crusts
- 1 cup apple pie filling
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon apple pie seasoning
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Candy Wax Seal
- 1 cup red chocolate candy melts
Instructions
- Prepare Candy Wax Seals: Place the wax seal stamp into the freezer for 15 minutes to chill. Meanwhile, melt the red chocolate candy melts according to package directions. Lay out a piece of parchment paper, then spoon small circles of melted candy onto the parchment. Remove the chilled wax seal stamp from the freezer and press it gently into the center of each melted candy circle, leaving the stamp there until the chocolate hardens. Remove the stamp carefully once the candy is set. Repeat to make enough seals for the pies.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (176°C) to warm up while you prepare the pies.
- Prepare Pie Dough: Thaw the pie dough according to the package instructions and roll it out on a flat surface. Cut out rectangles approximately 3×5 inches. Continue rolling and cutting rectangles until all dough is used.
- Mix Apple Filling: In a bowl, combine 1 cup apple pie filling with 2 tablespoons caramel sauce and 1/4 teaspoon apple pie seasoning. Stir well and gently mash to break down any large apple chunks, creating a uniform filling.
- Assemble Pies: Place half of the rectangles on a parchment-lined surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the apple filling onto the center of each rectangle. Whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash, and brush the edges of the rectangles with it.
- Seal Pies: Place the remaining rectangles on top of the filled ones. Use a fork to press down around the edges, crimping the pies closed. Utilize any dough scraps to create small strips resembling an envelope’s sealing design, and place them atop the pies.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange 4 to 5 pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each pie gently with egg wash. Cut two small vents in the center of each pie, where the wax seal will later be placed.
- Bake: Bake the pies for about 10 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and toasty.
- Finish and Decorate: Allow the pies to cool completely. Then, use a small amount of melted red candy coating as ‘glue’ to attach the prepared candy wax seals to the center vents of each pie, completing the magical letter look.
Notes
- Make sure to chill the wax seal stamp before pressing into the candy melts to get a clean impression.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking when making candy seals and baking pies.
- If apple pie filling is too chunky, mashing slightly helps with easier filling and baking.
- Be gentle when applying the candy seals to avoid breaking the delicate chocolate.
- These mini pies are best enjoyed within a couple of days for optimal freshness.
