How to keep hand pies sealed
Use egg wash and a fork to simply seal the hand pies and ensures they won’t burst open in the oven! Here’s how:
- Place filling on one-half of the cut-out pastry, leaving a half-inch edge.
- Dip a fingertip or small pastry brush into the egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water) and coat the edges of the pastry.
- Top with the remaining cut-out pastry and press the edges to seal with your fingers.
- Use the back of a fork to create a decorative edge, pressing to make sure edges are well-sealed.
Excellent advice! The traditional and efficient way to seal hand pies and stop leaks is to use egg wash and a fork. I appreciate you sharing the simple directions. These baking tips are always appreciated by me.